Jannik Sinner was able to perform a stunning comeback to defeat Danii Medvedev in the Australian open this year.
By Olisa Obi
Italy’s Sinner had been trailed by two sets before recovering to win 3-6 3-6 6-4 6-4 6-3 in his first major final.
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Fourth seed, Sinner initially could not cope with the pace of Medvedev, but imposed himself as the contest went on.
It was another bitter experience for Russian Medvedev, who also blew a two-set lead against Rafael Nadal in the 2022 final.
A first-time champion in Melbourne was guaranteed after Sinner shockingly knocked out 10-time winner Novak Djokovic in the semi-finals.
While speaking after the match Sinner said “It feels great. I just have to process it, I guess, how it feels the first time.”
He further added, “It has been a hell of a journey even if I’m still only 22.”
Third seed Medvedev seems to remain the good player that never wins anything as this loss means he has lost five of his six major finals, including ones against Djokovic in 2021 and Nadal in 2022 at Melbourne Park.
Sinner clinched victory with a forehand winner down the line, falling to his back on the baseline in celebration.
Medvedev looked dejected as he tried to process the loss while sitting on his chair, he although managed to give a thumbs-up to the crowd when they applauded his efforts.
“It hurts to lose in the final but probably being in the final is better than losing before,” said Medvedev, who set a record for the most time spent on court at a Grand Slam tournament with 24 hours and 17 minutes.
He further said “I always want to win and I guess I have to try harder next time.”
Although he has lost another final, one thing for sure is that Medvedev will find a way into the grand slam picture again.
