ATP Finals: Jannik Sinner Overpowers Auger-Aliassime and Continues Impressive Indoor Streak

In Turin, Jannik Sinner perfectly started his Masters campaign. Untouchable in his game, the world No. 2 outclassed Félix Auger-Aliassime, notching his 27th consecutive indoor victory.

Jannik Sinner triumphed in his first match at these ATP Finals. In a replay of the recent Rolex Paris Masters final, the world No. 2 faced Félix Auger-Aliassime, who qualified in extremis for this Masters.

The first set was of high quality, with both players holding their serve authoritatively. But at 5-4 in his favor, Sinner began to accelerate the pace. Auger-Aliassime saved a first set point before succumbing on his opponent's third opportunity at 6-5.

Hurt in the calf following a bad step, the Canadian took a medical timeout after losing the first set. Upon returning to the court, he appeared with a closed-off expression, even though he continued to fight. Sinner, ever unflappable, ended the suspense early in the second set with another break.

The outcome was sealed on the center court in Turin, and after 1 hour and 40 minutes of play, the Italian secured his 27th consecutive indoor victory, winning 7-5, 6-1.

He thus takes the lead in the Björn Borg group ahead of Alexander Zverev, whom he will play on Wednesday. In the survival match, Auger-Aliassime, if he is fit to play, will face Ben Shelton.