And now Jannik Sinner introduces himself to you.
He was the best all season and he fully deserves his No. 1 spot. He played very well this week, without losing a single set. If I want to have a chance, I will have to play my best Tennis, I will have to have my best match of the year. It will also be the most difficult match of the season. It will be difficult, but nice. It’s not every day you get the chance to play No. 1. The last time I played a No. 1 was Novak Djokovic in Monte Carlo and I beat him. At least I have experience from these matches. Anything can happen. I will be the underdog and I will do my best. Tomorrow is another day. Of course, he had an extra day of rest, which could benefit him, but every match is open. I will be the underdog and the pressure will be on his shoulders. Plus, he’s playing at home, even if that doesn’t seem to bother him. In fact, it looks like he’s forgotten how you lose.
Casper Ruud before his match against Jannik Sinner in the semi-finals of the ATP Finals (Tennis)