“I Am Not a Machine”: Jannik Sinner Survives Shapovalov Scare to Reach US Open Fourth Round

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner showcased grit and determination at the US Open 2025, coming from a set down to defeat Denis Shapovalov in a thrilling third-round clash on August 31. The intense battle lasted three hours and 12 minutes, with Sinner sealing victory through sheer mental strength and precision.

A Tough Start and Strong Comeback

Shapovalov began aggressively, using his booming serve to unsettle Sinner early on. The Italian, often lauded for his robotic consistency, admitted he struggled at first:

“I’m not a machine. I also struggle sometimes,” Sinner said with a smile post-match. “I was playing great tennis – and he was too.”

Once Sinner found his rhythm, he countered Shapovalov’s power with relentless accuracy and sharp baseline play. The Canadian’s game faltered in key moments, allowing Sinner to take control.

Mental Strength: The Key to Victory

Sinner credited mental resilience for his comeback:

“When I go into matches, I just want to feel well-prepared. Matches are always different from practice. You just have to stay there mentally.”

Acknowledging his opponent’s quality, Sinner added:

“Denis is an incredible player—he’s won two titles this year and is in really good form. We saw that today: serving well, returning well—and when that happens, anything can happen.”

Next Challenge: Alexander Bublik

With this win, Sinner advances to face Alexander Bublik in the fourth round. Bublik earned his spot with a dramatic five-set victory over 14th seed Tommy Paul, closing out the final set 6-1 after three tense tie-breaks.

Will Jannik Sinner go all the way and win the US Open 2025? Tennis fans are already divided:

• One side says “Yes, Sinner will win.”

• The other side says “No, someone else will take the crown.”

What’s your prediction?