Jannik Sinner, the world’s number one, expressed expectations for a different atmosphere at his first Grand Slam following a three-month doping ban on Friday.
Sinner made a comeback to the Spanish Open earlier this month in front of his home fans, where he lost to Spaniard Carlos Alcaraz in the final.
When the Italian takes on Frenchman Arthur Rinderknech, the 72nd-ranked player, he will have a largely hostile Roland Garros crowd in the first round.
The 23-year-old told reporters on Friday, “It will undoubtedly be different.
I am aware of that. But I don’t believe they have anything against me, don’t you? They should support the players who are from this region and who are from this region, I suppose.
In the US Open, I play against American players, and it’s the same. It’s therefore typical. Because I’m Italian, I can tell you that the atmosphere in Rome is incredible.
It is appropriate that a player who plays in this city or country received more support.
I am aware of that. I also played here last year against some French players. So I’m reasonably certain of what to expect. ”
During his comeback event in Rome, Sinner praised the enthusiastic support he received from his audience.
But Sinner was unsure when asked if he anticipated a more hostile reception following his doping suspension in Paris.
There was a different situation at the time. Let’s see, then. He said, “I can’t respond to that question.”
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No miracles, please.
Sinner had not played since winning the Australian Open at the end of January in Rome. Doping authorities accept that he violated a doping ban after testing positive for clostebol twice in March of last year, a contamination that the organization later admitted was an accident.
Sinner praised his performance in Rome as having much room to improve.
He has previously reached the French Open five times, but Alcaraz, the eventual champion, lost in five sets to him in the semi-finals last year.
After three months in the final, it was undoubtedly fantastic. We worked hard for that, which is understated, but it was also a great feeling to be a part of this final. It was also my first major clay final.
He continued, “Hopefully we are on time to make small adjustments for this.” No miracles exist, they say. I have some time. Unlike practice sessions, tests are different.
I believed that we had some good stats from that tournament in Rome; some of the places I’d like to visit. And I felt that way on the court as well.
But we are working hard, attempting to reach my desired physical level and feeling my best on-court, she said.
However, I’ve heard that getting a best-of-five will be a great test for me in terms of understanding where I am. Let’s see how my body reacts to this, yes.
Grand Slams are unique because we have seen some areas where I can improve.
You must be mentally prepared, as well as physically attempting to use the appropriate energy, as you know. Being consistent and reliable is everything. ”
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