In this group stage match of the ATP Finals in Turin on November 14, Jannik Sinner and Daniil Medvedev are set to face off, with Sinner looking to continue impressing his home crowd. Here’s a closer look at each player and a prediction for the outcome.
Jannik Sinner
Sinner’s season has been stellar, with two Grand Slam titles and five additional prestigious wins, which have secured him the No. 1 ranking in the world. His performance at the ATP Finals has been strong as well. So far, Sinner has won both of his matches in straight sets, defeating Alex de Minaur 6-3, 6-4, and Taylor Fritz 6-4, 6-4. While he currently leads his group, Sinner still needs one set to guarantee a semifinal spot, though winning the match would solidify his position.
Daniil Medvedev
For Medvedev, this season has been less than ideal despite holding the No. 4 ranking. Though he reached the Australian Open final, he hasn’t won any titles. His start in Turin was rocky with a loss to Taylor Fritz (4-6, 3-6) but he rebounded to defeat Alex de Minaur 6-2, 6-4 in his second match. To increase his chances of advancing, Medvedev needs a victory against the world’s top player, a challenging prospect.
Match Facts
- Sinner has an impressive record on hard courts this season, winning 47 of 50 matches.
- Medvedev has claimed victory in 29 of his 42 matches on hard courts.
Head-to-Head
Sinner and Medvedev have played six times this year, with Sinner winning five of those encounters. Medvedev’s sole win came at Wimbledon.
Prediction
Sinner enters as the clear favorite, bolstered by his strong form and psychological edge from recent wins over Medvedev. Considering his dominance this year and the support of the home crowd, I expect Sinner to secure a convincing win. My pick is for Sinner to win with a -4 game handicap.
