Madrid, May 1, 2026 (AFP) - Sinner shines to beat Fils, reach Madrid Open final

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2026-05-01

World number one Jannik Sinner downed Arthur Fils 6-2, 6-4 on Friday to reach the Madrid Open final. The Italian won his 22nd straight match to book a place in Sunday's final, where he will aim to win a record fifth consecutive Masters 1000 title. With his chief rival Carlos Alcaraz out injured, Sinner is firm favourite to triumph at the Caja Magica and add to recent titles at Indian Wells, Miami and Monte Carlo. The 24-year-old will face second......

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