Jannik Sinner is receiving accolades from all quarters; the Italian has had an exceptional run this season, and, almost everyone agrees. Despite facing a tough challenge during his much-criticized doping controversy, the World No. 1 has come atop of such concerns and showcased why he deserves everyone’s attention. And, that of a former British tennis pro ahead of his clash with Taylor Fritz at the ATP Finals.

The Italian superstar has collected several wins under his belt this season. He started the year strong by clinching the Australian Open and then, finessed his athleticism to emerge victorious in New York. While he also pocketed several high-end tour-level crowns, Sinner has kept his ranking status steady. With potential threats to his year-end world-ranking leader race eliminated in Turin, the 23-year-old is experiencing the first of many feats this year. What’s more exciting, is his consistent blasting on-court skills.

Sinner doesn’t take his foot off the gas when he enters the court. We all saw Novak Djokovic fall to the Italian at the Shanghai Masters. Before Sinner’s battle with the American Taylor Fritz for the year-end championship title, British sensation Laura Robson was featured on Sky Sports to discuss the duo’s chances in Turin. Discussing the Italian’s build-up to the summit clash, Robson noted that Sinner’s game is effectively lethal against competitors.

After acknowledging the Italian’s semifinal rival Casper Ruud‘s comments on Sinner’s impressive shot-making skills – claiming he is more dangerous than Djokovic – the Briton issued a warning to Fritz before their final round replay saying: “I think it’s the perfect way to word it because it is non-stop pace that Sinner is giving you. He never really looks off-balance, he’s got no real weakness in his game. I don’t know how you even come up with a gameplan but I know Fritz’s coach will be thinking of it.” For those unaware, Sinner downed the American in the summit clash of the Flushing Meadows slam without facing much resistance.

After Sinner sent the Norwegian packing in the last four, Sinner remarked on his performance. To much amazement, all this happened while the crowd in Turin serenaded the top seed with loud chanting.

Jannik Sinner takes on an optimistic approach ahead of the title clash with Taylor Fritz

Italian superstar Jannik Sinner was welcomed with a roaring applause from the home crowd when he took to the court against Casper Ruud. Their energy was later carried onto his post-match interview, wherein fans chanted ‘Ole Ole’ in celebration of their favorite star’s victory. Afterward, the 23-year-old spoke to Sky Sports and addressed his thoughts on the upcoming date with Taylor Fritz.

Seeing as the American sensation gapped Alexander Zverev with mental strength and determination in the semifinal, Sinner said: “It would mean a lot [to win the title in front of my home fans] but a lot can happen in these kinds of matches. Today he played some unbelievable tennis at times against Sascha and honestly throughout the whole tournament he has been playing well. Let’s see what’s coming. I’m just happy to be in a position where I can fight for a really important title for my career and let’s see what is coming.”

With excitement rushing, fans are eager to witness the duo’s final round replay in Turin. Both players will take to the court on Sunday, November 17 before officially concluding their calendar for the year.