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Australian Open: Sinner Reaches Semifinals, to Face Djokovic

Published January 28, 2026, 12:21
Australian Open: Sinner Reaches Semifinals, to Face Djokovic

Yannik Sinner has advanced to the semifinals of the Australian Open, defeating Ben Shelton (USA, No. 7) with ease, 6-3, 6-4, 6-4. The Italian tennis player, ranked No. 2 in the world, faced little resistance from his American opponent. Sinner continues to compete for the title at the Australian Open, having already won two consecutive titles. In the semifinals, he will face Novak Djokovic (Serbia, No. 4) in a match expected to be highly competitive. The victory confirms Sinner's excellent form and establishes him as one of the favorites to win the tournament. The match against Djokovic will be a significant challenge for the Italian tennis player.