Sinner Passes Stress Test to Begin Australian Open Title Defence**
Jannik Sinner has made a confident start to his Australian Open title defence, overcoming a tough opening match to advance to the second round. The Italian tennis star faced a gritty challenge from his opponent but remained poised throughout, showcasing the skills that earned him his first Grand Slam title last year. Despite moments of pressure, Sinner’s powerful groundstrokes and strong service games helped him seal a 6-4, 7-6(4), 6-2 victory.
The win sets up a promising continuation of Sinner’s quest for back-to-back titles in Melbourne, as he looks to replicate his stunning success from 2024. Fans will be eager to see if the 22-year-old can continue his momentum in the coming rounds and defend his Australian Open crown.