Fritz reaches ATP Finals title decider with Sampras mark in sight
The Hindu
Taylor Fritz advances to ATP Finals title match after defeating Alexander Zverev, aiming to be first American champion in 25 years.
Taylor Fritz reached the ATP Finals title decider on Saturday (November 16, 2024) by defeating Alexander Zverev in three sets, moving one win away from becoming the first American champion at the showpiece event since Pete Sampras 25 years ago.
Fifth-ranked Fritz triumphed 6-3, 3-6, 7-6 (7/3) over world number two Zverev in a thrilling match at the season-ending event in Turin.
Fritz will face either world number one Jannik Sinner or Casper Ruud in Sunday's (November 17, 2024) showdown after becoming the first US man to make the final since James Blake in 2006.
Fritz could yet have the chance to gain revenge on Sinner for being beaten in September's US Open final following a gruelling match in northern Italy.
Both players had chances to take control in a topsy-turvy third set, but failed to capitalise on a host of break points before Fritz held his nerve better in the tie-break to claim a spot in the final.
Fritz managed to save three break points in game five of the third set, just when it looked like Zverev was set to take control of the match.
“That was probably the biggest turning point; I lose one of those points, and that’s probably it. That’s kind of how it goes with playing Sascha,” said Fritz, who got to the semis two years ago.
27,277 nominations filed for 4,158 sarpanch posts under third phase
Rights organizations demand transparency from the Andhra Pradesh government regarding the confidential MoU with Google for a data center.
Parents and students protest in Varuna against the closure of local government schools amidst government merger plans.
Scholar emphasises that without social and economic equality, political democracy becomes meaningless and vulnerable to authoritarianism.
Eight arrested in Hyderabad with 16 kg of ganja and illegal liquor during coordinated raids by the Telangana Excise Department.
Kerala women, facing rising crime and misrule, are poised to voice their concerns through the ballot, says Jebi Mather.
Minister Kandula Durgesh announces efforts to establish the National School of Drama in Andhra Pradesh to enhance cultural institutions.
G.K. Mani reports S. Ramadoss filed a complaint against Anbumani for allegedly submitting fake documents to the Election Commission.
AIDSO leads protests against Karnataka's proposed school closures.
Mettur dam's water level is at 116.07 feet, with inflow at 4,270 cusecs and discharge at 999 cusecs.
Over 7.62 crore enumeration forms digitised in West Bengal, achieving 99.43% completion ahead of the 2026 Assembly polls.
CPI(M) to host 'Janadani' rally in Bengaluru on December 21, expecting over 30,000 participants advocating for alternative politics.
APCC chief Sharmila criticizes Andhra MPs for neglecting key state issues and unfulfilled bifurcation promises in Parliament.