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CARLOS ALCARAZ AND JANNIK SINNER SET FOR EPIC ATP FINALS

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner will clash in the ATP Finals title match after both won their semi-finals in straight sets. The blockbuster final pits the year-end world No. 1 against the home favourite in Turin.

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner set for epic ATP Finals
Spain's Carlos Alcaraz challenged Canada's Felix Auger-Aliassime in the semi-final - Photo Credit: Corinne Dubreuil/ATP Tour

The two greatest tennis players, Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, advanced to the final of the ATP Finals on November 15 and will now compete for the title.

After a string of exciting matches between Felix Auger-Aliassime and Alcaraz this year, the former defending world number one easily defeated the latter 6-2, 6-4 in Turin to set up the championship showdown that tennis fans had been waiting for.

The Spaniard has won four of the five encounters this season, all of which have taken place in the championship game, and has defeated Sinner 10–5.

After rallying from a two-set deficit and saving three match chances, Alcaraz won the US Open and Roland Garros finals.

Sinner, however, defeated Alex de Minaur 7-5, 6-2 earlier on November 15 to become the first Italian to win Wimbledon. The two have split the four Grand Slams this year.

It will be somewhat challenging. On the court, Alcaraz declared, "I think we increase our level to the top every time we encounter each other. The level we could play is very, really high."

Alcaraz's victory over Sinner in the men's rankings at the conclusion of 2025 and his participation in his 11th final of the season in front of a partisan Italian audience add further intrigue to the Nov. 16 final.

Alcaraz remarked, "Well, I expect at least three or four people in the crowd cheering for me."

"I will attempt to be really, really focused on my game and the things that I have to do, even if the crowd will undoubtedly be cheering for him."

Despite being an indoor specialist who has won seven of his eight titles on indoor courts, Canada's Auger-Aliassime was unable to stop Alcaraz, who took control of the match with a superb hooked volley in game four of the first set.

With another break of service, Alcaraz easily took a one-set lead. He then won the match with little effort and without resorting to his best tennis.

Sinner has not lost a service game yet, but Alcaraz will be a far harder test for him after the second seed defeated De Minaur for the 13th time in a row.

To be honest, each game (against Alcaraz) is unique. Even on the same surface (clay), it can shift, as we witnessed in Rome and Paris," Sinner remarked.

Another final, I have had a fantastic year. I am eagerly anticipating tomorrow. Additionally, it will help me determine my true level, but it is also a nice matchup to have before the off-season.

The four-time Grand Slam champion is on a 30-match winning streak on indoor hard courts, and Sinner has won his previous 18 sets in Turin.

The 24-year-old has not lost a set at the ATP Finals since he fell to Novak Djokovic in the 2023 final. De Minaur finishes the year feeling happier than he did after losing to Lorenzo Musetti in the group stage.

De Minaur mentioned that he had been in a “dark place” after that loss, which almost cost him a spot in the last four. He beat Taylor Fritz to set up the November 15 match against Sinner.

"I experienced a slight change in viewpoint. As I sit here now, I feel I should have won two games instead of one to end my Turin campaign," De Minaur told reporters.

In Sinner's first service game, De Minaur created three break points but could not convert any of them after saving two in the opening game of the semi-final.

When Sinner threatened to break in the seventh and ninth games, the Australian fought back again. However, the second seed ultimately struck the decisive blow at 5-5 and won the opening set.

Sinner became the youngest player to reach three finals at the season-ending event since Lleyton Hewitt in 2004 after jumping to a 4-0 lead in the second set and winning his eighth consecutive tournament title.

JANNIK SINNER BOOKS ATP FINALS TITLE MATCH AFTER DEFEATING ALEX DE MINAUR

Jannik Sinner is one win from defending his ATP Finals title after beating Alex de Minaur. The Italian reached the final without dropping serve, joining an elite club. He now awaits Carlos Alcaraz or Felix Auger-Aliassime.

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Jannik Sinner reaches ATP Finals final again - COURTESY/PHOTO

After defeating Alex de Minaur in the semi-finals on Saturday, Jannik Sinner is just one victory away from retaining his title at the ATP Finals.

The 26-year-old De Minaur put the top seed to the test early on before winning 7-5, 6-2 in Turin. Only four players in the Open Era have won 30 straight matches on indoor hardcourts at ATP events, a feat that Sinner has already accomplished. After Novak Djokovic, he is the only other player to go to the ATP Finals championship match without losing a serve during the competition. In 1991, the Tour began keeping serve statistics.

I am overjoyed. The year's final event, and it is wonderful to wrap things up this manner," Sinner added.
"The opening set was particularly difficult at the start of the match. He seemed to be serving really well, in my opinion.I took a pretty early break in the second set, and then I improved.  I made an effort to be a little more assertive, and that really helped.

With 84% of the points gained behind his first serve, Sinner, who has already won 14 of the 16 matches played at the event, was especially remarkable. In addition, he made 30 winners compared to 22 unforced mistakes.

"I thought I was serving a lot better at the conclusion of last year than I had all year." It has been the same this year. He remarked.
"To be prepared for the upcoming season, I hope that his team and I will put in a lot of work during the preseason."I hope to be able to serve in this manner all season long.

Sinner had a perfect 12-0 record against his opponent going into the match, having lost just two sets to him, including one earlier this year in China. However, after defeating Taylor Fritz to earn his first victory over a top-10 player outside of a team tournament this season, de Minaur has gained confidence in Turin.

Because of this, the most recent match began with a dramatic opening set in which it was occasionally difficult to tell the two players apart. The Australian put on a strong show, and Sinner saw seven break-point opportunities come and go. Sinner did not break for the first time until 61 minutes into the match, when he fired a powerful backhand winner to take a 6-5 lead. He then hit a serve out wide that De Minaur returned out to secure the opening in the next game.

De Minaur was spotted gazing towards his camp and shrugging his shoulders as the Italian delivered his next blow at the beginning of the second frame, broke for the second time with a double-handed backhand winner down the line. It was a Sinner Masterclass from that point on, winning 17 of the 22 points to take a 4-0 lead. He surged to victory and finished the match with a winning forehand.

"It means a lot to me to make three straight finals here in Turin," Sinner thought.

"It is a terrific venue to end this lovely season, and it is a great setting for me to play tennis."

The only players to advance to all four Grand Slam finals and the ATP Finals final in the same season are Sinner, Roger Federer, and Novak Djokovic. Felix Auger-Aliassime or his rival Carlos Alcaraz, who recently dethroned him as the year's top seed, will be his next opponent. Alcaraz, who has won seven of their last eight Tour encounters, is Sinner's weak point. Wimbledon was the lone exception.

"I will undoubtedly do everything in my power to achieve the greatest outcome. Before the final, though, he remarked, "It has been an incredible week.

For the third time since Leyton Hewitt in 2004, Sinner, who is 24 years old, is the youngest man to make it to the year-end finals.

TENNIS LEGEND NOVAK DJOKOVIC SPENDS BIG ON SECRET GOLDEN CITIZENSHIP

Novak Djokovic reportedly obtained a Greek golden visa, buying property in Athens. This grants EU residency as he won his 101st career title there and hinted at playing until the 2028 Olympics.

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Novak Djokovic of Serbia - Image credit: Getty Images

According to reports, Novak Djokovic obtained a golden visa. (Photo courtesy of Getty Images/Costas Baltas/Anadolu)

Greece was the focus of Novak Djokovic's recent Hellenic Championship. The 38-year-old, who apparently obtained a golden visa in Greece, won his 101st title in his career on his new homeland.

Djokovic was candid about his relationship with the nation after moving there for the event. After making it to the quarterfinals, he remarked, "Playing in Athens feels truly at home." I have always liked Greece, so I was thrilled to be here with my family a few months ago. Without a doubt, Serbians adore Greece. We have a lot in common, including history, culture, and religion. There is no denying that Athens holds a special place in my heart. This has given rise to allegations that Djokovic has spent money on a "golden passport," also known as a golden visa.

Serbian publication According to Sportal, Djokovic and his family had to have spent money on a golden visa in order to move to Athens. In Greece, obtaining a golden visa requires a minimum real estate investment of £352k; however, in some places, like Athens, the amount doubles to £705k.

With costs changing per country, this is regarded as one of the most economical ways for wealthy people to obtain a golden visa. Residents can travel freely within the Schengen Area of Europe with a golden visa.

Golden visa holders in Greece are exempt from relocation requirements, and their residency status is perpetual. The applicant's spouse, any children under 21, and the married couple's parents are also considered to be residents.

After losing to Jannik Sinner in the French Open semifinals, Djokovic travelled to Greece in June with his wife, Jelena. Due to the interest generated by the tennis legend's trip, it was later reported that Djokovic's family intended to move following the US Open.

Although Djokovic plans to stay in Monte Carlo, Sportal, a Serbian daily, notes that he will also visit Greece after being granted a golden visa. Although it has not been disclosed, it is believed that Djokovic has bought real estate in Greece.

In return for large investments, holders of golden visas are permitted to live and work overseas. Apart from the previously mentioned advantages, individuals with a golden visa can also make money from Greek-based businesses without having to move, and any real estate they own can be rented out. After seven years of residency, there is also the chance to petition for Greek citizenship.

Djokovic has outlined his ambitions on the court in addition to his possible investments. He described when he might decide to give up the sport after defeating Lorenzo Musetti in the Athens final.

Throughout my life and career, I have always had this: I have had a plan for a year or longer that outlines my goals and preferences," Djokovic remarked.

Since I had accomplished every goal imaginable, I mentioned the 2028 Olympics because I intended to continue playing for a very long time. Therefore, it would be good to represent Serbia at the Olympic Games.

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