Cameron Norrie reveals intense training with Jannik Sinner before the big match.

Cameron Norrie is shining at Indian Wells, and the secret to his success may surprise many. The British tennis player revealed that his journey to the quarter-finals was fueled by an intense and productive training session with Jannik Sinner, which took place just days before the tournament began. In an exclusive interview with BBC Sport, Norrie shared fascinating details about this experience that not only elevated his level of play but also solidified his confidence.

“We had the central court and the training was scheduled to last two hours. The atmosphere was surreal and we were having a great time. He suggested, ‘Let’s keep going.’ I had other commitments for the tournament and he had a photoshoot, but he insisted, ‘Cancel that.’ I ended up sending a message to my agent to postpone the other activity, and we continued with the training. In total, we played for about three hours and 20 minutes,” Norrie revealed, in a statement that demonstrates not only his dedication but also the chemistry between the two players.

“That training really gave me an extra boost for the competition and raised my level of play,” Norrie added, confirming the positive feelings he experienced on the court during the tournament. It is important to remember that the Brit has already won this Masters 1000 tournament in 2021, which proves that he has the ability to compete at a very high level.

Now, Norrie faces a monumental challenge: he will compete against the world number one, Carlos Alcaraz, in the quarter-finals. The Spaniard, seeking revenge after losing to Norrie in Paris and in three of their last five encounters, will have extra motivation for this clash. Norrie is part of a select group of tennis players who have managed to defeat Alcaraz three times in his career, and he is determined to add another victory to his resume at the BNP Paribas Open.

The two players will feature in an exciting night session, with the match scheduled for the early hours of Friday, March 13, at 3 AM Italian time. Expectations are high, and tennis fans cannot miss this duel that promises to be electrifying.