Sinner Takes ATP Finals Crown as Doping Saga Lingers

Turin, Italy - Italian tennis star Jannik Sinner secured the ATP Finals title, defeating American Taylor Fritz 6-4, 6-4 yesterday, in a conclusion to what has been a blockbuster season. With this win, Sinner brought an end to a standout year that also saw him claim titles at the Australian Open and US Open.

SINNER'S DOMINANCE

What set Sinner apart from the competition was his unwavering form throughout the tournament. Not dropping a single set all tourney long demonstrated his unmatched skill with racket in hand, putting on show for the crowd to enjoy throughout his match against Fritz. Italy's victory marked an historic moment bringing glory back to Italian soil.

However, despite celebrating triumph as champion, Sinner will be facing scrutiny over doping allegations that have been casting a shadow over athletes' reputations. In March this year he tested positive for banned steroid in ongoing efforts to stay clean. His reputation rides precariously between redemption and infamy on the world tennis stage.

To find out more about Sinner's season, Rupha Ramani decodes what sets him apart from other players here.