Miami Open practice conditions throw a curveball: Jannik Sinner left scrambling
Jannik Sinner is aiming to become the first player in nine years to complete the Sunshine Double this week. The Italian looked sharp in Indian Wells, and it wouldn’t be surprising to see him carry that momentum into Miami.
Photo by Tnani Badreddine/DeFodi Images/DeFodi via Getty Images Jannik Sinner is aiming to become the first player in nine years to complete the Sunshine Double this week. The Italian looked sharp in Indian Wells, and it wouldn’t be surprising to see him carry that momentum into Miami. But Sinner’s recent comments about the conditions have caught some attention after he shared his thoughts following a practice session ahead of the tournament.
Jannik Sinner opens up about Miami Open preparation Photo by Franco Arland/Getty Images “It’s definitely different than Indian Wells,” he told Tennis Majors. Sinner didn’t waste any time explaining the reasons behind it, and spoke on how those conditions might affect his attempt to win back-to-back Masters 1000 titles. “We have come from a place where it’s very bouncy and the ball is flying.
Now here it’s a bit lower and slightly faster, although yesterday we practised and it’s a bit different than I expected. He continued: “That’s because of the heat and the weather, so let’s see. Every year is different and I’m very happy to be here.
Hopefully I can play some good tennis. ” When asked about his celebration after winning in Indian Wells, where he pointed to his chest, Sinner explained: “I wanted to show myself that I am capable of going far in this tournament. For me it has still been a great tournament in the past years, it was a tournament I missed last year especially, and it’s the same here in Miami.