I Was Lucky to Beat Sinner, Says Cerundolo After Epic French Open Comeback

Juan Manuel Cerundolo credited luck for his remarkable comeback against Jannik Sinner in the French Open. The 24-year-old Argentine trailed by two sets and faced a 5–1 deficit in the third before rallying to win 3-6, 2-6, 7-5, 6-1, 6-1 — the biggest victory of his career. Cerundolo sympathised with Sinner’s struggles, admitting the Italian was dominating before cramps and pressure set in. “I feel sorry for him because he deserved to win,” he said. Reflecting on his performance, Cerundolo said clay is his best surface and he’s eager for the next round. Former world No. 4 Tim Henman called it “one of the biggest upsets in Grand Slams for many years.”

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