The words of Jannik Sinner

Speaking at a press conference after his knockout loss in the final in Beijing, Jannik Sinner, among other topics, spoke open-heartedly about his rivalry with Carlos Alcaraz, who won the China Open by beating the South Tyrolean in three sets with a score of 6-7 6-4 7-6.

“For both of us è always nice to be part of this kind of match. Of course I am disappointed, things didn&#39t go my way, but these matches can go either way. Today was not my day, he played well in the important moments. I am still proud of this fantastic week” began the world number one.

“It’s great when Carlos and I meet. We always try to push the boundaries. Today I saw a couple of things I need to improve on. It’s always nice to share the field with him, and I feel like the fans like it too. I feel privileged and honored to share the field with him” continued the South Tyrolean.

“In the last tie-break I was ahead 3-0, I served well and the ball touched the net. Things would have been different if I had gone ahead 4-0. It is not è necessary, però to dwell on certain points. The margins are small, you have to accept that and keep working. For sure è in the top three to five games. Losing on tie-break in the decisive third set è always tough. I have played great matches in the past, although I am still young. I am happy to have new experiences and try to grow” added the San Candido native.

“Sometimes you win, sometimes you lose. That’s how this sport works. My season is going very well. The next tournament in Shanghai è important for me. It’s only my second participation and I have never reached the final stages” Jannik Sinner&quoted.

Lipsia-Juventus, the probable formations

Juventus visits Leipzig in the second day of the Champions League. Kickoff at 9 p.m. at the Red Bull Arena. The Bianconeri want to confirm in Europe after the brilliant debut with PSV (3-1), while the Germans seek redemption after the scorching knockout with Atletico Madrid on the first day.

Rose relies on Openda and Sesko in attack. Midfield dike formed by Haidara and Seiwald, on the flanks Nusa and Simons.Defense headed by the Orban-Lukeba pair, between the posts there’è Gulacsi.

Thiago Motta is banking on Vlahovic in attack, supported by the Nico-Koopmeiners-Yildiz trident.

In midfield Locatelli and Thuram are ahead of McKennie and Fagioli, respectively. In defense, Gatti returns alongside Bremer; Di Gregorio is in goal.

Probable lineups

LIPSIA (4-4-2): Gulacsi; Geertruida, Orban, Lukeba, Raum; Nuse, Haidara, Seiwald, Simons; Openda, Sesko. All. Rose.

JUVENTUS (4-2-3-1): Di Gregorio; Kalulu, Gatti, Bremer, Cambiaso; Thuram, Locatelli; Nico Gonzalez, Koopmeiners, Yildiz; Vlahovic. All. Motta

Official Wojciech Szczesny to Barcelona

Now è official: Wojciech Szczesny is not retiring and signing for Barcelona. The Polish fullback will replace Marc-André ter Stegen until the end of the season.

“Barcelona and Wojciech Szczesny have reached an agreement for the goalkeeper’s arrival at the club until June 30, 2025. The Polish goalkeeper arrives under unusual circumstances, but there is no doubt that his resume speaks for itself. Throughout his career, which seemed to have come to an end in the summer, he has played for top clubs such as Arsenal, Roma and Juventus since leaving his hometown of Warsaw at the age of 16” this is the statement issued by the Catalan club.

“I am really proud to be a Barcelona player. Visca el Barça! È a proud moment for me. Honestly, I was ready to retire. I was happy, but in the two days I spent in the city, the way the people treated me and how important the club is to them, I feel proud to be part of this. The Barça è a great institution and for me this è something very important. That’s why I decided to extend my career a little longer” began the former Juventus goalkeeper to the club’s official channels.

“Robert Lewandowski è has been instrumental. È he was the first person who thought of me and called me to ask about the possibility of returning to play. Initially, I did not know if I was ready for new professional challenges, but I talked to my family and friends and they all told me that it would be stupid not to accept this opportunityà” added the Polish fullback.

“Barça has a great social base and in a very short time I could see the passion of its fans. I was at the stadium yesterday and the team looks incredible to me. È an exciting challenge for me that I face with energy and enthusiasm. I am ready to work” commented Wojciech Szczesny.