Jannik Sinner is one win away from a record-extending sixth Masters 1000 title after battling past Daniil Medvedev in a rain-soaked, edge-of-your-seat semi-final at the Italian Open. The world number one will face Casper Ruud in Sunday's final, setting up a rematch of last year's dominant display that left fans in awe.
The match had everything—drama, resilience, and a touch of chaos. Sinner clinched a 6-2, 5-7, 6-4 victory over two-and-a-half hours, but it wasn't without its challenges. During Friday night's leg, he required treatment on his right thigh and even vomited on court as Medvedev pushed him harder than anyone else in the tournament. But when play resumed Saturday under warm spring sunshine, a rejuvenated Sinner was all smiles, joking and playing football with his coaching team during warm-ups.
Rain delays added to the tension. The match was scheduled to restart at 3:00 PM local time but was pushed back an hour due to more showers and the men's doubles semi-final. When play finally resumed, Sinner held a commanding 4-2 lead in the third set—a gap Medvedev couldn't close. The Italian sealed his 33rd straight win in ATP's top-ranked tournaments, closing out the match in under 20 minutes after Medvedev briefly threatened in game seven.
Ruud, meanwhile, earned his shot at redemption after dismantling Luciano Darderi 6-1, 6-1 in a match also interrupted by heavy rain. The Norwegian has yet to win a single set in four meetings with Sinner, including a brutal 6-0, 6-1 loss in the 2025 quarter-finals—one of the most one-sided matches ever seen at the Foro Italico. Sunday's final offers Ruud a chance to rewrite that narrative.
Later, all eyes turn to the women's final, where Coco Gauff faces Elina Svitolina. The American star, fresh off a Roland Garros title defense, is looking to claim her first Rome title after falling to Jasmine Paolini in last year's final. With momentum on her side, Gauff is poised to make a statement.
Whether you're cheering for Sinner's relentless power or Ruud's quest for revenge, Sunday's finals promise high-stakes action that will leave you on the edge of your seat. Gear up for the big match with our latest collection of performance apparel—because champions are made in the details.