Unfazed Sinner ready for Alcaraz rematch

>>LONDON: Jannik Sinner played down the impact of his painful defeat against Carlos Alcaraz in the French Open final as he prepares for a rematch at Wim- bledon today.

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The world No.1 crushed seven-time champion Novak Djokovic 6-3, 6-3, 6-4 in under two hours on Friday to set up a title showdown against the Spanish two-time defending champion.

Alcaraz had earlier dispatched US fifth seed Taylor Fritz in four sets on Centre Court.

Just weeks ago at Roland Garros, Alcaraz came back from two sets down against Sinner, saving three match points to win a fifth Grand Slam.

But Italy’s Sinner, 23, played down the lingering impact of that loss in the aftermath of Friday's semifinal win against Djokovic.

"I think if it would be a lot in my head, I would not be in the situation to play a final again, I guess," he said.

"I'm very happy to share once again the court with Carlos. It’s going to be difficult, I know that.

"But I’m looking forward to it. I try always to put myself in these kind of situations that I really love. Sundays at every tournament are very special."