Rafael Nadal Heaps Huge Praise On Jannik Sinner Ahead Of French Open 2020 Clash

Italian tennis youngster Jannik Sinner pulled off a sensational win against Alexander Zverev to go through to the quarterfinals. The German was no match for Sinner in the Suzanne Lenglen court. Proceeding to the quarterfinals, the Italian has set up a clash with Rafael Nadal for a ticket to the semi-finals of French Open 2020.

Rafael Nadal and Sinner will lock horns for the first time with each other in their careers. Notably, Rafa and Sinner have practiced with each other, therefore Rafa is aware of the attributes Sinner possesses.

The Spaniard acknowledged the Italian’s monumental potential. Zverev was constantly under fire with Jannik’s forehand. Showering attention towards it, Nadal stated a positive review in favor of the 20-year-old.

“He’s young, he’s improving every single week…It will be the first time playing against him on the tour. I practice with him a couple of times, he has an amazing potential, he moves the hand very quick and he’s able to produce amazing shots,” Nadal stated.

Rafael Nadal played against a fan

Rafa was up against one of his admirers, Sebastian Korda of the United States, in the fourth round. The players faced off in the Philippe Chatrier this afternoon. Needless to state, Korda was no match for the King of Clay. Winning in straight sets, Rafael roughed him up pretty well to set up an interesting quarterfinal.

However, Sebastian experienced a perfect fanboy moment after the match. While they were tapping their racquets after the match, Korda asked for Rafa’s autograph. Nadal kept his promise and signed a short heartwarming message for the young American.

Alexander Zverev on the other hand lost a comparatively easy tie against the Italian. The four-setter match ended 6-3, 6-3, 4-6, 6-3 in favor of Sinner. Losing the match, Zverev came out all guns blazing in the press conference. He complained about his health, stating a high temperature with a slight cough and cold and breathlessness as sources of discomfort.

On being asked about his COVID-19 test, he refused to answer. Certainly, this has caused a growing buzz in the French Open 2020 environment. Ever since the return of action in tennis, there have been strong resolutions and restrictions to keep the virus off. If Zverev tests positive, then all hell will let loose in Paris.