The Italian pressed down Hurkacz, who could not dig up a backhand on the worn grass, and was able to celebrate his first title on grass, the 14th overall of his career.
He cemented his place as world number one to record his first title on grass at an opportune time with Wimbledon a week away.
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– I managed to take advantage of some of his second serves and was able to turn the match in my favor. I don’t take anything for granted, says Sinner in his victory speech on the track in TV4 Play’s broadcast.
Hurkacz tries to learn from Sinner
After the award ceremony where he posed with a giant check for 4.5 million kroner and a magnum scoop, he handed out medals to the ball boys and girls who had lined up, an appreciated feature.
Hurkacz got a good receipt before Wimbledon. He will move to a career-high seventh in the rankings on Monday. The Pole was never broken in the even match.
– What Sinner has done in the last twelve months is inspiring. I try to learn from him, says Hurkacz.