Jannik Sinner secured his place in the Miami Open final for the fourth occasion after dispatching Alexander Zverev in straight sets on Saturday.
The Italian world number two prevailed 6-3 7-6 (7-4) against his German opponent, marking his seventh consecutive victory over the fourth-ranked player.
Sinner had already overcome Zverev at Indian Wells a fortnight ago during the semi-final stage of that tournament.
Speaking after the match, he described the day as a "very tough encounter."
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The Italian added: "He played some incredible tennis, but I was serving very well, especially in the end and in the crucial moments."
The 23-year-old will now face Czech player Jiri Lehecka in Sunday's showpiece.
Sinner is now targeting a major achievement that has eluded every male player for nearly a decade.
Should he triumph on Sunday, the reigning Wimbledon champion would become the first man since Roger Federer in 2017 to claim the prestigious 'Sunshine Double' - winning both Indian Wells and Miami in the same season.
Jannik Sinner secured his place in the Miami Open final
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The four-time Grand Slam winner captured the Indian Wells title earlier this month, setting up his pursuit of this rare double.
"It has been an incredible swing," Sinner said of his remarkable run through the American hard-court swing.
He added: "I've been trying to play as many matches as possible and I couldn't do any better."
Sinner's victory extended his extraordinary winning streak in Masters 1,000 events to 16 matches without defeat.
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Sinner is now targeting a major achievement that has eluded every male player for nearly a decade
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The Italian has also set a remarkable record of 32 consecutive sets won during this dominant spell.
His credentials heading into Sunday's final are formidable, with four major titles already to his name, including his triumph at the All England Club last summer.
After booking his place in the championship match, Sinner said: "Standing here again, in the final, means very, very much to me."
The world number two's dominance over Zverev now stands at eight victories from their 12 career encounters.
Jannik Sinner dispatched Alexander Zverev in straight sets on Saturday
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Lehecka booked his spot in the final after a commanding performance against Frenchman Arthur Fils, winning 6-2 6-2 in just 75 minutes.
The Czech 21st seed will contest his maiden Masters 1,000 final when he meets Sinner on Sunday.
Following his victory, Lehecka said: "I'm very excited that I'm in a final."
"At the same time, it's just a sport. There are more important things going on in the world right now. I'm just trying to do what I do best."
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