Jannik Sinner has ended Novak Djokovic's pursuit of a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam title with a commanding straight-sets victory in the French Open semi-final.
The world number one defeated the Serbian veteran 6-4, 7-5, 7-6 on Court Philippe Chatrier, denying Djokovic the chance to claim sole ownership of the all-time Grand Slam singles record.
The 23-year-old Italian controlled the match from start to finish, maintaining his composure through three hours and 16 minutes of clay court action.
Djokovic's quest for the milestone achievement will now shift to Wimbledon next month.
Jannik Sinner is yet to drop a set at Roland Garros this year
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The match concluded with Djokovic hitting the net in a gripping tiebreak, sealing Sinner's progression to his first-ever French Open final.
And after his defeat, the 38-year-old appeared emotional as he set down his racquet bags and waved to the appreciative crowd on Philippe Chatrier, sparking speculation over whether this marked his final appearance at Roland Garros.
Sinner's victory makes him only the second Italian man to reach the French Open final in the Open era, following Adriano Panatta's achievement in 1976.
The 23-year-old has also become the youngest player to reach three consecutive Grand Slam finals since Pete Sampras accomplished the feat in 1994.
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Sinner's triumph extends his remarkable winning streak to 20 matches at Grand Slam tournaments, despite serving a three-month doping ban earlier this year.
The Italian has now defeated Djokovic in four consecutive encounters dating back to November 2023 in a sure-fire sign of his growing dominance over the 24-time Grand Slam champion.
He is still yet to drop a set throughout this year's Roland Garros.
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Sunday's final will see him face defending champion Carlos Alcaraz, who advanced after Lorenzo Musetti retired through injury during their semi-final while trailing 4-6, 7-6, 6-0, 2-0.
The highly-anticipated clash marks the 12th meeting between the two rising stars.
It will be the first Grand Slam final contested between two players born in the 21st century - heralding a generational shift in men's tennis.
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A match-up between Sinner and Alcaraz had been widely anticipated since their encounter in Rome three weeks ago.
The Italian acknowledged the pressure of the occasion, saying: "Before you're on court you feel the tension. I tried to prepare myself in the best possible way."
After his victory, Sinner praised his opponent.
"It was such a special occasion for me playing against Novak in a semi-final of a Grand Slam. He is the best player in the history of our sport," he beamed.
"What he is doing is incredible. I wish him only the best for the rest of the season. We are so lucky to see him play high-level tennis.
"He achieved so many things. Playing against him here is amazing."
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