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Sinner defeats qualifier Mochizuki to reach Wimbledon quarter-finals

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  • Defending champion Jannik Sinner defeated qualifier Shintaro Mochizuki in straight sets to reach the Wimbledon quarter-finals.
  • Sinner, who had no grass-court warm-up matches, has found his form on the surface despite a challenging opening match.
  • He will face Jan-Lennard Struff in the next round.

Defending Wimbledon champion Jannik Sinner advanced to the quarter-finals on Sunday with a commanding 6-3, 7-6(0), 6-3 victory over Japanese qualifier Shintaro Mochizuki. Sinner, who arrived in London without prior grass-court matches after an early French Open exit, has steadily regained his footing on the surface throughout the tournament.

It's the first time we've played against (each other), so I didn't know exactly what to expect, but I tried to handle certain situations slightly better than him.

— Jannik SinnerSinner described his match against qualifier Shintaro Mochizuki.

Despite facing an unorthodox and energetic opponent, Sinner expressed satisfaction with his performance. "I tried to handle certain situations slightly better than him," Sinner commented on Mochizuki's play. "He's an incredible player. Coming from the qualifiers and playing such a high level for such a long time. It's amazing. I wish him only the best. He should be proud of himself."

He's an incredible player. Coming from the qualifiers and playing such a high level for such a long time. It's amazing. I wish him only the best. He should be proud of himself.

— Jannik SinnerSinner praised his opponent after their match.

The Italian showcased relentless power and precision, particularly in the crucial moments. After a strong first set, Sinner faced a tougher challenge in the second, where Mochizuki saved break points to force a tiebreak. However, Sinner dominated the tiebreak and quickly secured the third set to seal the win.

He's tricky, especially on this surface. His game suits it very well because he's very low ... but all things considered, I tried to stay a bit more aggressive.

— Jannik SinnerSinner discussed Mochizuki's playing style on grass.

Looking ahead, Sinner acknowledged his next opponent, Jan-Lennard Struff. "He's a big server," Sinner noted. "Now it's most important is to rest and we'll think about that tomorrow. But I have big respect for him. We've face each other a few times ... one very tight match. Let's see what's coming."

I had some chances in the second set, I couldn't use them. But still, I'm very happy about this performance, I'm trying to step up every day, be a little bit better.

— Jannik SinnerSinner reflected on his performance during the match.
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Originally published by CNA in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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