Italian world number two superstar Jannik Sinner marched to the third round of the Shanghai Masters during his title defence, defeating Daniel Altmaier on Saturday. Fresh after his China Open triumph, Sinner worked hard for his opening win in this tournament, but during the round two, he beat a tenacious Daniel 6-3, 6-3. Sinner is aiming to become the first player to successfully defend his Shanghai title since Novak Djokovic in 2013.

"I knew before the match it was going to be very difficult today. I did not have a lot of time to adapt here, but it makes it even more special. Every day, every opponent is very difficult, it is a huge challenge. So I am very happy to come through today, and hopefully I am able to raise my level tomorrow," he said after the match, as quoted by ATP's officia

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