Ruud will be easier to beat than Cerundolo," says Panatta about Sinner's next match
After defeating Cerundolo in straight sets (7-6, 6-3), Sinner has been reassuring since his return from suspension. Facing Ruud for a spot in the semifinals, the Italian will attempt to secure his 29th consecutive victory. When asked about the world number one's latest win, his compatriot Panatta shared his perspective on the situation. He also took the opportunity to analyze the upcoming match against Ruud:
"In my opinion, Cerundolo didn’t play as well as he would have liked, while Sinner performed much better than in his previous matches. It was a somewhat tough match, sure, but nothing more. The playing conditions after the rain were difficult. The clay on the center court is tricky, and there are often unusual bounces.
Now, I also believe the match against Ruud will be easier than the one against Cerundolo. The mental aspect is too important.
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