In Rome’s Italian Open semi‑final, Italy’s Jannik Sinner battled world No.1 Daniil Medvedev before rain forced a suspension. After a blistering first set, Sinner slipped to 5‑7 in the second but clawed back, forcing a decider where he surged to a 4‑2 advantage. Play halted with the Italian ahead, and officials slated a Saturday finish on the clay courts.

Sinner’s dominance in the opening set (6‑0) gave him a chance to steamroll Medvedev, yet the Russian capitalised on a dip in the Italian’s energy, taking the second set 7‑5. A medical timeout saw Sinner receive thigh treatment and lean on his racquet for support. Meanwhile, Casper Ruud cruised in dominant fashion with ease into the final after a 6‑1, 6‑1 win over Luciano Darderi.

A victory would push Sinner’s career Masters‑1000 tally to 33, reinforcing his surge this season. With the final now set for Saturday, the winner will meet a confident Ruud, who praised his own composure after a tenth‑semifinal appearance. The rain‑induced delay adds a physical test, but the showdown promises a clash for Rome’s crown for the ATP rankings.