Recently, German Davis Cup captain Michael Kohlmann showered high praise on the Austrian’s performances during 2020, highlighting the way he increased the pace of his hitting at the most crucial moments. Kohlmann was particularly impressed with Thiem’s run at the US Open as well as the Nitto ATP Finals in November.
Thiem won the New York Slam beating Alexander Zverev in the final, and in London he defeated both Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal before bowing out in the final against Daniil Medvedev.
Kohlmann pointed out how Dominic Thiem was able to counter the consistency of proven champions like Novak Djokovic by taking big risks when it mattered most.
Kohlmann believes the ability of younger players like Dominic Thiem to find another gear will help them challenge Nadal, Djokovic and Federer for the biggest prizes in the sport.
Jannik Sinner is the most improved player of 2020: Michael Kohlmann
When asked about which young players had improved the most in 2020, Michael Kohlmann didn’t hesitate before naming Italian teen sensation Jannik Sinner.
Jannik Sinner won his maiden ATP title in Sofia, becoming the first teenager to do so in 12 years. His exploits have earned high praise from around the tennis world, including from the world’s two best players - Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal.
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