Jannik Sinner is set to battle it out against Felix Auger-Aliassime in the US Open semi-finals, aiming to continue his impressive run. After a dominant performance against fellow Italian Lorenzo Musetti, Sinner is now just one win away from a fifth consecutive Grand Slam final.
However, Auger-Aliassime, despite being capable of an upset, faces a formidable challenge against the in-form Sinner, who previously dominated him at the Cincinnati Open in August. The tennis world is buzzing with anticipation, and former American player Sam Querrey has added fuel to the fire with some bold claims.
Querrey's Bold Statement: Sinner the Best Ever?
Speaking on the ‘Nothing Major’ podcast, Querrey didn't hold back, stating, “I think Sinner is the best ball striker of all time. Even if he stops right now. I think he is the cleanest, best, purest ball striker that the game of tennis has ever seen. I am not just trying to say that.”
He added, “I know Andre was unbelievable, but I give that title to Sinner now. If he shanks it, it’s like off-centre by a millimetre. It’s not off the frame or anything.” This is high praise indeed, sparking debate amongst tennis fans and analysts alike.
Sock's Prediction: Trouble for Auger-Aliassime?
Multiple-time doubles Grand Slam winner Jack Sock echoed similar sentiments after watching Sinner's match against Musetti. “I was watching that just in awe. It looks like he is hitting the ball as hard as he can on every shot, and it never seems like he is going to miss. He is so in control of what he is doing.”
Sock went on to say, “I feel bad for Felix in the next match. I think he is going to get chopped up, honestly. I think Felix has less of a chance of winning that than Novak does against Carlos. I almost think that Sinner’s level right now is just…”.
Will Sinner live up to the hype and continue his dominance at the US Open? Tennis fans in South Africa, and around the world, will be watching with bated breath.