Top-seeded Italian tennis star Jannik Sinner powered through a rocky start and off-court controversy to secure his spot in the U.S. Open second round Tuesday. Despite early struggles and doping allegations, Sinner rallied to defeat American Mackenzie McDonald 2-6, 6-2, 6-1, 6-2 🚀.
From Slow Start to Dominant Finish
Sinner, entangled in pre-tournament headlines after the International Tennis Integrity Agency reported two positive tests for an anabolic agent in March, initially faltered with unforced errors. McDonald capitalized, snagging the first set. But the Australian Open champ flipped the script in the second set, leveling the match with a confidence-boosting break. By the third set, Sinner was unstoppable, winning 10 of 11 games at one point 💪.
Zhang Zhizhen's Heartbreak Exit
Meanwhile, China's Zhang Zhizhen retired mid-match due to a knee injury after losing 10 straight games to Britain's Jack Draper. Zhang, trailing 6-3, 6-0, 4-0, called a medical timeout but couldn't continue 🩹. Fans hope for a swift recovery!
Sinner now faces American Alex Michelsen next. Will he silence the noise and keep rising? 👀 #USOpenDrama
