Jannik Sinner secured the Australian Open 2024 title by defeating Daniil Medvedev in the men’s singles final. He is the second Italian in the Open Era to win a Grand Slam. In a stunning comeback, Jannik Sinner of Italy secures the Australian Open 2024 title by defeating Daniil Medvedev in the men’s singles final. Sinner’s triumph, achieved in 3 hours and 44 minutes, makes him the second Italian in the Open Era to win a Grand Slam.
At just 22, he becomes the third youngest since 1988, following Djokovic and Jim Courier, to claim the prestigious hard court major. Additionally, Sinner marks the first champion at Melbourne Park outside the Big 3 since 2014.
The match witnessed Medvedev’s dominance in the first two sets, earning him a significant advantage. However, Sinner initiated a comeback with a victory in the third set, breaking Medvedev’s serve at 5-4. The Italian continued his resurgence in the fourth set, securing a crucial break at 5-4 to level the match.
In the final set, Sinner maintained his momentum, delivering a decisive break at 3-2 to go 4-2 up. Despite Medvedev’s efforts, Sinner’s lead proved insurmountable, leading him to victory in the decider.
Sinner’s stellar performance included 50 winners and 14 aces, outclassing Medvedev, who struggled with 57 unforced errors. While Sinner faced challenges with his second serves, winning only 54 percent of points, he compensated with remarkable shotmaking.
The win solidifies Sinner’s place in tennis history, not only as the second Italian Grand Slam winner but also as a rising star breaking the dominance of the Big 3. Conversely, Medvedev faced disappointment, becoming the first player to lose two Grand Slam finals after winning the first two sets.
This loss marked Medvedev’s third final defeat in four years at the Australian Open.
The match concluded with Sinner sealing his victory against Medvedev with a forehand winner down the line, showcasing the young Italian’s exceptional talent and resilience on the court.