Sinner Avoids Shanghai DÃjà Vu with Assured Victory over Shelton

Confident Start

World No 1 Jannik Sinner put some old demons to rest when he made it through to the Shanghai Masters quarterfinals today, beating American Ben Shelton in straight sets.

A Different Outcomes

Last year at the same stage it was Shelton, ranked 16, who was victorious, but today the Italian looked confident from the start as he won 6-4, 7-6(7/1) in 88 minutes.

Breaking Ahead

Sinner pulled ahead in the ninth game of the first set, breaking when Shelton hit long, then dominated the second set tiebreak.

Staying Strong Mentally

“It was very tough, you don’t have so much control when you play against him … I just tried to stay strong mentally,” said Sinner.

Bigger Names in Action

Other big names in action today are world No 2 Carlos Alcaraz, who beat Sinner in the China Open final a week ago, as well as four-time Shanghai champion Novak Djokovic and world No 3 Alexander Zverev.

Conclusion

With this assured victory, Sinner has put his previous defeat at the hands of Shelton last year behind him, and is now well on his way to reaching the semi-finals of the Shanghai Masters.

FAQs

Q: How did Jannik Sinner win his match against Ben Shelton?
A: Sinner won in straight sets, 6-4, 7-6(7/1).

Q: How long did the match last?
A: The match lasted 88 minutes.

Q: What was the result of their match last year?
A: Shelton won the match last year.