9,800 fans initially saw an irresistible Jannik Sinner on Saturday. The world number two defeated the Australian Alex de Minaur in the twelfth duel after 87 minutes 6:3,6:4. The 2023 title holder will meet the 2021 winner on Sunday (2 p.m./live ServusTV): Alexander Zverev, number 3 in the world, defeated Lorenzo Musetti (ITA-4) 6:4,7:5 and needed six minutes longer.
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“I think I started the game very well. I tried to serve well, the first set was very physical,” said top star Sinner while still on the court. “It was very difficult today. He changed a few things, so it wasn’t easy. But being in the final in Vienna again means a lot to me.” By the way, it is his 31st tour final. Sinner will play for his 22nd title on Sunday, or his fourth overall this year after the Australian Open, Wimbledon and Beijing.
Zverev was similarly satisfied afterwards. After all, he had increased his level and was also fresher after winning the quarter-final without a fight. “I had the best opponent, it’s clear that the level will then rise. Lorenzo is a very difficult opponent. I’m happy that I can play the final against Jannik tomorrow,” said the German, who once again scattered roses at the venue. “Vienna is one of my absolute favorite stops on the tour, I love this amazing old town in Vienna and playing in front of this crowd. Tomorrow is the perfect finale that everyone deserves.”
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