Jannik Sinner picks up historic Nitto ATP Finals win in Turin

Tonight was a triumphant one for Italy after world No 1 Jannik Sinner was crowned Nitto ATP Finals champion.

He became the first Italian in history to win the title.

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Meanwhile, it was also announced that the ATP Finals will remain in Italy for a further five years, through to 2030.

Jannik Sinner’s win is a fitting end to what has been a bittersweet year for him.

Whilst it has been the year that has brought him his maiden two grand slam titles, he has also been engulfed in controversy due to two failed drug tests.

But despite the ebbs and flows, Sinner has remained admirably focused and determined with the job at
hand, ending his year on a high.

Tonight’s showdown with world No 5 ranked Taylor Fritz was much anticipated – a match-up that mirrored that of the US Open final just two months ago.

Would it go the same way, or would Fritz avenge his loss?

The packed Inalpi arena in Turin was welcomed with a light show and music, all the more dramatic amidst the blue background.

It was punctuated with accents of neon ‘carota’ orange – the unofficial colour that has been adopted by his fans to show their solidarity, ever since Sinner was once seen eating a carrot on court in Vienna during
a match.

Of course, it was a predominantly Italian crowd.

But there was still a lot of respect for Fritz, as shown by the warm applause he received at the runner-up trophy ceremony.

Biggest weapon

Sinner powered through with the straights sets 6-4, 6-4 victory, with his serve being his biggest weapon.

“Today I served very very good at times”.

After the match, Fritz conceded that he struggled with generating power on his backhand, which he said
allowed Sinner to take control of many points.

But it wasn’t all bad for Fritz, whose ranking will rise from world No 5 to world No 4 tomorrow.

Images of Sinner have been decorated all over the town of Turin in the promotional posters, billboards and flags advertising the tournament.

It is fitting that the tournament ends with their hero.

When asked at the press conference about his goals and plans for 2025, Jannik Sinner’s response was philosophical and modest, saying that nobody can predict the future.

“I always say tennis is unpredictable. You never know what can happen. So, it’s going to be all good if mentally you’re in a good place”.

Amisha Savani is reporting exclusively for The South African from the Nitto ATP Finals in Turin