Sinner Secures Semi-Final Spot, Auger-Aliassime Stuns Shelton at ATP Finals
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Turin, Italy - Jannik Sinner has advanced to the semi-finals of the ATP Finals, outlasting Alexander Zverev in a 6-4 6-3 victory. The Italian's win, which extends his indoor hardcourt winning streak to 28, was not without its challenges as he faced seven break points against the world No. 2. Sinner, the defending champion, made a slow start but found his footing with a series of crucial aces. He overcame a shaky first set to take the lead, and then built on his momentum in the second set. Zverev, a two-time ATP Finals winner, struggled to find his rhythm, and Sinner's composure ultimately proved the difference. In a separate match, Felix Auger-Aliassime staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Ben Shelton 4-6 7-6 7-5. After losing the first set, Auger-Aliassime forced a decider, which he won in a tiebreak. The Canadian then broke Shelton's serve in the final set to secure the win. Sinner's victory sets him up for a potential showdown with Carlos Alcaraz, who needs one more win to remain the world No. 1. Meanwhile, Auger-Aliassime's win leaves Shelton without a victory in the tournament. The Canadian faces Lorenzo Musetti on Thursday, while Shelton meets Alex de Minaur in the other match of the Jimmy Connors Group.
