Sinner seals progress for Italy against Colombia in Davis Cup
It was a topsy-turvy match but the rising star got the job done in the end
Jannik Sinner confirmed Italy’s progression from Group E of the Davis Cup as his straight-sets singles triumph secured the tie against Colombia.
The 20-year-old beat Daniel Elahi Galan Riveros 7-5, 6-0.
Lorenzo Sonego dropped the first set against Nicolas Mejia but came back after two hours and 36 minutes to win 6-7(5), 6-4, 6-2.
Italy are top of the group having won both of their ties.
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