Sinner Advances to Monte Carlo Semi-Final
Jannik Sinner remains on track for a potential final showdown with Carlos Alcaraz after advancing to the semi-finals of the Monte Carlo Masters.
The Italian second seed defeated Felix Auger-Aliassime 6-3, 6-4, extending his winning streak in Masters 1000 events to 20 matches. During this streak, Sinner has secured titles at Paris, Indian Wells, and Miami.
"I feel like it was a step forwards today," said Sinner, who had dropped a set at a Masters event for the first time in 186 days during his last-16 victory against Tomas Machac.
"It was a very tough match. I knew I had to get better in certain areas. The serve is not there yet, where I would love it, but all things considered I'm very happy.
"But in any case, very happy to be back in the semis."
Sinner has the opportunity to replace Carlos Alcaraz as the world number one when the rankings are updated on Monday, provided he wins the Monte Carlo tournament.
Zverev to Face Sinner in Semi-Final
Germany's Alexander Zverev will be Sinner's next opponent after the world number three overcame Brazilian teenager Joao Fonseca 7-5, 6-7 (3-7), 6-3 in the quarter-final.
Alcaraz Advances to Semi-Finals
Reigning champion and top seed Carlos Alcaraz secured his place in the last four with a 6-3, 6-0 win against Alexander Bublik.
The seven-time Grand Slam champion is set to face the winner of Friday's other quarter-final match between fifth seed Alex de Minaur and Valentin Vacherot.
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