Sports · TourismSinner Faces Popyrin in Rome's Make-or-Break Match Before Roland Garros
World No. 1 Sinner takes on Popyrin at Italy's Internazionali. Match starts at 3 PM May 11. Key test before Roland Garros with injury concerns lingering.
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SportsSinner Powers Into Rome Third Round With Dominant Ofner Victory, Eyes Historic Crown
World No. 1 Jannik Sinner defeats Ofner 6-3, 6-4 at Rome's Internazionali, advancing to face Popyrin Monday. Italy's star chases first home Masters crown.