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2025 Italian Open Semifinal – ATP Italian Open Semifinal Start Time, Jannik Sinner vs. Tommy Paul Match Preview, TV Channel and More

Clash of Form and Firepower as Sinner Looks to Shine on Home Soil

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Top seed Jannik Sinner is set to face 11th seed Tommy Paul in the Italian Open semifinals, marking their fifth career meeting, with Sinner leading the head-to-head 3-1.

Sinner looked unstoppable in his quarterfinal clash, dismantling Casper Ruud 6-0, 6-1 in a statement win. This is only his second tournament of the season after claiming the Australian Open title. Now back in action, the world No. 1 seems fully focused on lifting the Rome trophy.

Jannik Sinner being Jannik Sinner.

Simply sinsational. 🇮🇹🦊

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— The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) May 15, 2025

Paul, meanwhile, has been in fine form, cruising through the draw. His biggest test came in the third round against Tomas Machac, where he battled through a tight three-setter. In the quarters, he took down Hubert Hurkacz in straight sets, including a tiebreak in the first set.

With both players bringing power, precision, and momentum, this semifinal promises to be one of the most electric matchups of the tournament.

Jannik Sinner vs. Tommy Paul 2025 Italian Open Semifinal Preview

The stakes couldn’t be higher as the undefeated Italian Sinner takes on the in-form American Tommy Paul in a high-octane semifinal clash at the 2025 Italian Open. Sinner, playing just his second tournament of the year, has looked untouchable so far in Rome. The Italian is yet to lose a match this year, and is just one more match away from making it to the final in emphatic fashion.

Meanwhile, Paul has quietly built momentum with gritty wins and clean shot-making. With a spot in the final on the line, fans can expect a fast-paced battle loaded with intensity, shot variety, and crowd-fueled drama.

And Pete did it over 30 years ago 🤯

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— TENNIS (@Tennis) May 15, 2025

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ATP Italian Open Semifinal Start Time

Date: Thursday, May 16, 2025

Time: 02:30 PM ET

Venue: Pista Centrale, Foro Italico, Rome

Court: Campo Centrale (Central Court)

Where to Watch Jannik Sinner vs. Tommy Paul Italian Open Semifinal?

Sinner vs. Paul, the Italian Open SF, will be available to watch live on the following channels:

United States: Tennis Channel

United Kingdom: Sky Sports Tennis

Italy: Sky TV

Spain: Movistar Plus+

Jannik Sinner vs. Tommy Paul Match Streaming Details

The Italian Open semifinals of Sinner vs. Paul, along with other matches, will be available to stream on TennisChannel.com in the United States and NOW and Sky Go in the United Kingdom.

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