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Sinner Faces Resurgent Shapovalov in US Open Third Round Tonight

The world No. 1 meets an in-form opponent who rebuilt his career after a knee layoff.

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Jannik Sinner vs Denis Shapovalov | Image: AP

Overview

  • The Round of 32 match is scheduled for Saturday, August 30 at Arthur Ashe Stadium, with a 10:10 PM IST start time.
  • Jannik Sinner enters as the defending champion and current world No. 1, with recent major titles at the Australian Open and Wimbledon and widely viewed as the favorite.
  • Denis Shapovalov shut down his 2023 season due to a knee injury, fell as low as No. 140, then returned to win titles in Belgrade, Dallas (ATP 500) and Los Cabos.
  • Shapovalov leads their head-to-head 1–0 after a five-set victory over Sinner at the 2021 Australian Open.
  • Shapovalov says his confidence is very high heading into the matchup, and fans in India can watch via JioHostar streaming or the Star Sports Network telecast.