Carlos Alcaraz playing the way Jannik Sinner should as Jimmy Connors and Spencer Segura see improvement needed in one area for Italian
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Former tennis players Jimmy Connors and Spencer Segura discussed the
adjustments that Jannik Sinner needs to make in his game and suggested that he
adopt an attacking style of tennis like Carlos Alcaraz.
The
eight-time Grand Slam champion, Connors, commented alongside his friend and
former doubles partner, Spencer Segura, on Sinner's playing style. They both
agreed on Sinner's strength in serving and noted that it surpasses Alcaraz's,
but suggested that Sinner could learn other aspects from the Spaniard:
"He
[Sinner] has got a monster serve, if he hits it in, he’s got a big first serve
that Alcaraz doesn’t have but he’s doing it. He’s playing the way Sinner
should," Segura said.
Connors
remarked that if the Spaniard possessed attributes of Sinner's game, other
aspects of his game might not be as effective: "Isn’t
that the way it normally goes though? I mean, if Alcaraz for instance, had a
serve as big as Sinner, maybe his forehand and the rest of his game, the
movement and everything might not be so good," Connors responded.
Sinner pulled out of the 2024 Rome Open.
"Right,
but I mean you didn’t have a huge serve but if a guy hits short on you and
you’re up 30-0, you’re gonna be in on him. You’re gonna hit an approach shot or
a shot that pulled him off the court,” Segura added. "Once this guy learns
to punish you when he makes the first serve as opposed to get into a point with
you… every time he’s up 30-0 and he hits a big serve, he should pick the point
on the rise and finish the point," he concluded.
As of
now, Sinner has a record of 28-2 in 2024 with three titles. The 22-year-old
Italian experienced hip issues during the Madrid Open and had to withdraw
before playing the quarterfinals against Felix Auger-Aliassime. Following his
withdrawal in Spain, Sinner announced that he would not be participating in the
Masters 1000 Rome Open, and his participation in the French Open is still in
doubt.
Cristhián AvilaTennis Journalist
Cristhián Ávila is a tennis journalist based in Santiago, Chile, and has been part of the TennisUpToDate team since early 2023. He covers the ATP and WTA Tours as well as all four Grand Slams, producing breaking news, match reports, analysis, and regular liveblogs from major tournaments.
His reporting combines statistical analysis with clear explanation, helping readers understand tactical developments, player form, and broader storylines across the tour. Working fluently in both Spanish and English, Cristhián collaborates with an international editorial team and contributes to comprehensive global coverage. As part of his work, he has conducted interviews and media interactions with leading figures in the sport, including Caroline Wozniacki and John McEnroe.
In his journalism, Cristhián places strong emphasis on careful sourcing, editorial accuracy, and updating articles promptly when new, verified information becomes available. His coverage is grounded in research, context, and direct engagement with professional tennis.
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