Taylor Fritz, the highest-ranked American in global tennis standings at number 12, anticipates a less stressful match against top-seeded Jannik Sinner in the US Open final, in comparison to his intense match against compatriot Frances Tiafoe. By defeating Tiafoe 4-6 7-5 4-6 6-4 6-1 in the semi-finals, Fritz edges closer to breaking America’s 21-year drought of a men’s Grand Slam victory.
Earning the title of the first US male to make it to a Grand Slam final since Andy Roddick’s 2009 Wimbledon finals, Fritz is eager to seize this golden opportunity. He shared his optimistic outlook with journalists, stating that he enjoys playing against Sinner and is confident in his performance for the final.
An exhausted Jack Draper, having been defeated 7-5 7-6(3) 6-2 by Sinner, joins Fritz in shouldering the weight of American expectations. Fritz, who has previously triumphed over Tiafoe six times, voiced his respect for Tiafoe’s spectacular performance throughout the US Open.
Despite his prior defeat to Sinner in three sets during last year’s Indian Wells quarter-finals, Fritz is bracing for a significant challenge against this formidable foe who has made a remarkable Grand Slam debut by clinching this year’s Australian Open title.
“Fritz expressed his approach to the game, emphasising his knack for making solid contacts against particularly forceful shots. This potent striker’s style seems to synchronise effortlessly with Fritz’s own, allowing him to land fantastic shots. He believes this synergy usually results in a strong performance when they face off.”
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