Sinner Triumphs Over Shelton, Faces Djokovic in 2026 Australian Open Semifinals
Jannik Sinner has advanced to the semifinals of the 2026 Australian Open after defeating Ben Shelton. The match concluded with a straight-set victory of 6-3, 6-4, 6-4, lasting a total of 2 hours and 25 minutes. This win marks another impressive achievement in Sinner’s Australian Open journey.
Sinner’s Journey to the Semifinals
Sinner’s path to the semifinals included several notable matches:
- First Round: Defeated Hugo Gaston (retired) 6-2, 6-1
- Second Round: Defeated James Duckworth 6-1, 6-4, 6-2
- Third Round: Came back to beat Eliot Spizzirri 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, 6-4
- Round of 16: Bested Luciano Darderi 6-1, 6-3, 7-6
Match Analysis: Sinner vs. Shelton
The match against Shelton was highly competitive. Shelton’s left-handed serve posed challenges, yet Sinner maintained focus. He skillfully navigated the critical points, preventing Shelton from gaining any momentum.
Upcoming Semifinal against Djokovic
Sinner will face a formidable opponent in the semifinals: Novak Djokovic. Djokovic reached this stage by defeating Lorenzo Musetti. Although Musetti initially took control by winning the first two sets, a muscle injury forced his retirement in the third set.
Semifinal Details
The semifinals of the Australian Open are scheduled for Friday, January 30. The men’s sessions will occur at two times:
- Day Session: 12:00 PM local time
- Night Session: 7:30 PM local time
For viewers in Italy, the match can be watched on Eurosport. Depending on the session, the start time in Italy will vary. If Sinner’s match falls in the daytime session, it will begin no earlier than 2:00 AM Italian time. For the night session, it will be no sooner than 9:30 AM.
Fans are eagerly anticipating this classic matchup between Sinner and Djokovic. Stay tuned for updates on this highly anticipated semifinal clash. For more tennis insights, visit Filmogaz.com.
