Jannik Sinner a competition animal: How coach's advice scripted Italian star's rise
'So it's not just four or five days when you can make those big changes. It's the combination of a year or two of just pushing him day to day and making sure we continue to work on those things,' Cahill was quoted as saying.'Jannik Sinner wants to compete'Sinner's success comes from targeted improvements, especially on his serve. Early in his partnership with Cahill, he was encouraged to use his frame more effectively, adding power and precision to his first serve. This improved his follow-up shots and reduced long rallies.With his natural intensity and technical focus, Sinner has set himself apart. Now a global contender, he's not just a future champion, but a current force. Cahill also praised Carlos Alcaraz, noting that both players have elevated the game, separating themselves from the field, with others now chasing them.'One thing I did say is, 'The serve needs to improve. You're six foot four and you're a strong lad. You need to be able to get more miles per hour on that first serve, better direction on that first serve. Then not only do you start winning some free points from your first serve, but also your Plus One becomes much more effective. If people can neutralise your serve, you have to work much harder for your points.''Then his questions came, one after the other It's typical of him. He wants to compete. He's a competition animal. We're seeing an incredible level of tennis at the moment, with Carlos [Alcaraz] and Jannik. If you look at their body of work over the past couple of years, they've separated themselves from the field. Now it's up to the field to chase,' Cahill added.In the Cincinnati Masters, Sinner has reached the Round of 16, where he will face France's Adrian Mannarino. Earlier, he defeated Daniel Elahi Galan and Gabriel Diallo to advance.- Ends
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