Sinner Clinches Historic ATP Finals Victory in Turin

Jannik Sinner made history as the first Italian to win the ATP Finals title, securing a straight-set triumph over American Taylor Fritz in Turin. The world number one capped an extraordinary 2024 season, highlighted by his first two Grand Slam victories, with a decisive 6-4, 6-4 win against the fifth-ranked Fritz.

This landmark win marked Sinner’s 70th victory of the year, making him the first player to capture the ATP Finals title without dropping a set since Ivan Lendl achieved the feat in 1986. Despite his dominant performances throughout the season, Sinner’s remarkable year has been shadowed by an ongoing doping controversy that has cast doubt over his future in the sport.

“It’s amazing – it’s my first title in Italy and it means so much to me,” said Sinner, who received a warm ovation from the Turin crowd as he stepped back on court for his post-match interview. “It’s something very special. It was a very high-level tournament from my side. At times I couldn’t have played better, so I am very happy.”

The atmosphere in the Pala Alpitour was electric as a light show and dramatic music heralded Sinner’s entrance. The home favorite did not disappoint, losing just one point in his first three service games before breaking Fritz’s resolve with a deft drop shot on his fourth break point in the seventh game.

Sinner’s performance was clinical, featuring 16 winners and 10 aces in the opening set. He fended off Fritz’s lone break point and converted his second set point on serve to take the lead. Fritz, who also fell to Sinner in straight sets during the US Open final earlier this year, struggled to generate opportunities and was broken again in the fifth game of the second set. Sinner maintained composure to seal the match and elicit roaring approval from the home crowd.

Meanwhile, in the doubles final, German duo Tim Putz and Kevin Krawietz claimed their maiden ATP Finals title with a 7-6 (7-5), 7-6 (8-6) victory over top seeds Marcelo Arevalo and his partner.

The ATP Finals, which feature the top eight singles players and doubles teams based on seasonal ranking points, will remain hosted in Italy until 2030, as confirmed by the ATP. However, alternative location options are being evaluated for future editions after next year’s event in Turin.