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SONEGO KO, FRITZ AGLI OTTAVI
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Un’interruzione di poco più di un’ora non distrae Taylor Fritz. Lo statunitense batte al terzo turno del Masters 1000 di Cincinnati Lorenzo Sonego con il punteggio di 7-6 7-5 in poco più di due ore di gioco. L’azzurro lotta, ma i 13 ace del numero quattro del mondo hanno fatto la differenza. Fritz è agli ottavi, dove attende uno tra Fonseca e Atmane
Cincinnati Masters 1000: Sinner vs. Diallo Live Coverage – Round 3
Cincinnati, USA – Tennis fans are in for a gripping encounter at the Cincinnati Masters 1000 as world No. 4 Jannik Sinner faces off against rising Canadian talent Gabriel Diallo in Round 3. The match, currently underway at the Lindner Family Tennis Center, is drawing global attention as the two athletes battle for a coveted quarterfinal spot.
Sinner, fresh from an impressive run in recent tournaments, entered the match as the clear favorite. Known for his aggressive baseline play and exceptional court coverage, the Italian has been in commanding form throughout the season, securing multiple top-tier wins. However, Diallo, ranked outside the top 100 but showing rapid improvement, has proven he’s not here just to make up the numbers. His powerful serve and fearless shot-making have helped him eliminate higher-ranked opponents in earlier rounds.
Match Recap & Highlights
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Jannik Sinner, the world No. 1 and defending champion, defeated Gabriel Diallo 6-2, 7-6 (6) to reach the Round of 16 VAVEL.com – Live SportsReuters.
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The match was anything but routine. A fire alarm blared in the second set—forcing a delay and striking right in the middle of play. The players opted to continue during the alarm, pushing through four points amidst flashing lights and noise atptour.comLatestLYReuters.
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Earlier, play had already been delayed by a significant 75-minute power outage affecting multiple matches and the Hawk-Eye system at the Cincinnati Open atptour.comLatestLY.
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Adding to the drama, an LED screen malfunction occurred behind the players, creating additional disruption during the night session Tennis.com.
Key Moments & Stats
- Sinner started strong with a dominant first set (6-2) but faced his toughest test in the second. He saved a set point with a clutch forehand return to win an intense tie-break 7-6 (6) atptour.comReuters.
- His hard-court winning streak extends to 23 matches — a testament to his consistency this season Reuters.
- The match reportedly lasted 1 hour and 52 minutes, encapsulating both fierce competition and external chaos Tennis.com.
What’s Next?
- Sinner advances to the Round of 16 and will face either Tommy Paul or Adrian Mannarino for a quarterfinal berth
The opening set saw both players trading heavy blows from the baseline. Sinner’s precision and consistency tested Diallo’s movement, while the Canadian relied on his booming first serve to stay in contention. The crowd erupted during several high-intensity rallies, highlighting the competitive energy on court.
With weather conditions warm but manageable, neither player appears to be slowing down. The Italian’s experience in big matches may give him the edge in pressure moments, but Diallo’s underdog mentality and hunger for a breakthrough victory are keeping the contest wide open.
Fans can expect this clash to set the tone for the rest of the tournament’s final stages. The winner will advance to face a tough quarterfinal opponent, with the Cincinnati title within sight. For live score updates and detailed point-by-point coverage, stay tuned to our rolling updates.
