Jannik Sinner Makes History: Andre Rublev Suffers Record 10th Quarter-Final Loss

Sinner handed Andrey Rublev his record 10th quarter-final defeat, securing a straight-set victory in the early hours of Wednesday morning and setting up a semi-final clash with Djokovic. The 22-year-old Italian, seeded fourth, has continued his impressive form from the previous season and has yet to drop a set in this tournament.

Sinner, who concluded last season with a remarkable run, has maintained his high-level performance, reaching the semi-finals without losing a set. Despite facing Djokovic, the world No. 1, in the upcoming match, Sinner expressed his excitement and commitment, stating that he can control giving his best effort and fighting for every ball.

Reflecting on his victory over Rublev, Sinner acknowledged a crucial moment in the second set when he managed to overturn a 5-1 deficit in the tiebreak, winning six consecutive points. He attributed his success to staying aggressive and thriving in pressure points, expressing his happiness with the outcome.

For Rublev, the loss marked another quarter-final disappointment at a Grand Slam, making him the first male player in the open era to lose his first 10 quarter-final matches. Despite having a chance to level the match in sets, leading 5-1 in the second-set tiebreak, Sinner’s resilience and strategic play turned the tide in his favor.