Coach Darren Cahill broke his silence after Jannik Sinner’s defeat in the final of the Internazionali d’Italia, offering a clear explanation that generated empathy among fans. Cahill revealed that Sinner had a small leg injury before the match, which significantly hampered his performance, especially on a demanding surface like clay.
“Jannik had a small leg injury before the match and playing on clay, where mobility is key and falls are common, becomes even more complicated with this kind of physical problem,” Cahill explained.
The coach asked for understanding for the young Italian tennis player: “We want the fans to understand that he did his best despite the circumstances. It was a great effort and we hope it will be appreciated.”
Cahill also credited Carlos Alcaraz for the win: “Carlos played very well; you can’t deny his talent and his command of this surface. He was a formidable opponent and Sinner had to face a very high-level player.”
Cahill’s statements have calmed critics and strengthened respect for Sinner, who, despite failing to win the title, demonstrated professionalism and the ability to fight until the end.
With this explanation, fans appreciate even more the efforts of both players, who offered a high-level match and demonstrated the quality that characterizes world tennis.
