The Briton was overwhelmed in a 6-1 6-1 thrashing.

The 38-year-old clinched a five-set victory to become the oldest man in the open era to make the final in Melbourne.

The two-time defending champion maintained his perfect record against fellow Italians with victory over Luciano Darderi.

The second seed benefited from the roof shutting on Rod Laver Arena as play on outside courts was suspended.

The pair’s seven-year partnership came to an end last month.

The Spaniard claimed his sixth grand slam title with a 6-2 3-6 6-1 6-4 success in New York.

The 38-year-old suffered a nasty fall late in his quarter-final win on Wednesday.

It is an intriguing showdown between the two bright young things who have won the last five grand slams between them.

Sinner is serving a three-month suspension that expires on May 4 after returning two positive tests last year.

The Serbian alleged in an interview that food he was served in Melbourne led to him having high levels of lead and mercury.

The outspoken Australian is set to make his comeback in Brisbane following knee and wrist surgeries.

Sinner beat Daniil Medvedev in the quarter-final with a 6-2 1-6 6-1 6-4 win.

Sinner tested positive for a banned substance twice in March but was absolved of fault or negligence.

Wimbledon’s singles competitions have reached the quarter-final stage.

Iga Swiatek marched on in the women’s draw, where Coco Gauff awaits.

The Australian Open champion lost only three games in a rematch of the Melbourne final

Defending champion Alcaraz came from a set down to book a final berth against Daniil Medvedev.

The 22-year-old Italian followed up his victory over Novak Djokovic by claiming the trophy in dramatic fashion.

Victories for Sinner and Matteo Arnaldi gave Italy a 2-0 win over Australia in the final in Malaga.

Djokovic needs Jannik Sinner to beat Holger Rune to progress in Turin.