Shanghai Open: Jannik Sinner Makes History Against Djokovic
Sunday, 13 October 2024, 07:10
Shanghai Open Highlights: Sinner's Remarkable Victory
In an exhilarating final at the Shanghai Open, Jannik Sinner triumphed over Novak Djokovic with a score of 7-6 (4), 6-3, solidifying his status as a formidable force in tennis.
Significance of the Win
Sinner's victory is unprecedented as he becomes the first player to defeat Djokovic three times in a row since Rafael Nadal accomplished this feat in 2013.
Winning at the Shanghai Open not only adds to Sinner's accolades but also makes him the first player born after Djokovic to achieve this milestone.
- Previous meetings:
- Semifinals at the 2023 Davis Cup Finals
- Semifinals at the Australian Open 2024
- Players who have beaten Djokovic 3+ times in a row:
- Nadal
- Federer
- Roddick
- Tsonga
- Murray
- Sinner
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