VIENNA: Jannik Sinner made a commanding return to competition with a straight-sets victory over Daniel Altmaier in the first round of the Vienna ATP event.
The world number two delivered a dominant performance to win 6-0, 6-2 in just 58 minutes.
This marked his quickest victory of the year as he advanced to the last 16.
Sinner will next face fellow Italian Flavio Cobolli on Thursday as he pursues his fourth title of the season.
The four-time Grand Slam champion had retired from his previous match in Shanghai due to cramping.
He showcased strong form in the Austrian capital after recently beating top players in an exhibition event.
Sinner did not face a single break point and lost only six points in the opening set.
He expressed satisfaction with his performance and positive feelings after the match.
Earlier, Daniil Medvedev also progressed by defeating Nuno Borges in three sets.
The former world number one recently ended his two-year title drought in Almaty. – AFP