India, Aug. 18 -- For the fourth time this season, world No. 1 Jannik Sinner will take on Carlos Alcaraz in a major final, after both sealed semi-final victories at the Cincinnati Open. Sinner defeated Terence Atmane in straight sets, sealing a 7-6 (7-4), 6-2 and Alcaraz beat Alexander Zverev (6-4, 6-3). Alcaraz and Sinner have already met in three finals this season, in Rome, Roland Garros and Wimbledon. Alcaraz won in Rome and Roland Garros, but Sinner came out on top at the All England Club.

Speaking after his semi-final win, Sinner said, "It's a very, very tough challenge every time you play a new opponent. In the later stages of the tournament, the pressure is on; they deserve to be there."

Meanwhile, Alcaraz said, "We started well...