Internazionali: Sinner's Sprint Start, Struggle, and Rain Delay Postpone Semifinal to Saturday

The Internazionali BNL d'Italia witnessed a dramatic turn of events today as Jannik Sinner's highly anticipated semifinal clash with Daniil Medvedev was halted by rain, leaving fans and players in suspense. Sinner, the world No. 1, had shown a blistering start, dominating Medvedev in the first set. However, as the match progressed into the second, the Italian star appeared to struggle with his physical condition, a sight that concerned spectators and his own camp.

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The look at the sky with two games to go and that 'right now' that Jannik Sinner lets slip when the rain begins to fall on the Center Court of the Foro Italico after a match in which he had to fight not only with Medvedev, but also with a physical condition that made him falter quite a bit in the second set.

Despite visible signs of fatigue, including a trembling right hand and labored breathing, Sinner demonstrated remarkable resilience. He battled back from a potential deficit in the second set and managed to secure a crucial break in the third, taking a 4-2 lead. It was at this pivotal moment that the heavens opened, forcing an abrupt suspension of play. The decision to halt the match, despite initial attempts to continue, underscored the unpredictable nature of the sport and the elements.

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Sinner is not well: after a start that seemed to annihilate Medvedev (set won in 33'), his right hand trembles, he often leans on the racket between points, and his breath also seems to abandon him, and his mother leaves the stands.

The postponement means that the conclusion of this thrilling encounter is now set for Saturday. This leaves Italian tennis fans eagerly awaiting the outcome, especially after the earlier exit of fellow Italian Luciano Darderi. The dream of an all-Italian final in Rome has been dashed, but the focus now shifts to Sinner's ability to overcome both Medvedev and his physical challenges to advance.

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The court is in good condition.