Novak Djokovic backs Jannik Sinner for masters sweep

Novak Djokovic has praised Jannik Sinner's form and predicted the world number one will complete a clean sweep of the ATP Masters 1000 titles this year. The comments came ahead of Djokovic's return at the Italian Open in Rome. Sinner has already claimed titles in Indian Wells, Miami, Monte Carlo and Madrid.

Djokovic, recovering from a right shoulder injury, spoke at a press conference before his Rome campaign. He described Sinner as very strong and really impressive, adding that the Italian will make the sweep for sure, probably again this year. The Serb noted the challenges of the current two-week Masters format but highlighted Sinner's ability to adapt and his complete game across surfaces.

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World No. 1 Jannik Sinner defeated Alexander Zverev 6-1, 6-2 in the Madrid Open final to claim his fifth straight Masters 1000 title. The Italian has confirmed he will play in the upcoming Rome Masters, his home event set to start on May 6. Despite the physical toll, Sinner expressed excitement for the tournament.

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner has confirmed his participation in the Madrid Open, aiming to extend his streak of four consecutive ATP Masters 1000 victories. The Italian arrives in strong form after defeating Carlos Alcaraz in the Monte Carlo final. With key rivals absent, Sinner eyes a chance to solidify his top ranking.

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Following his straight-sets defeat of Daniil Medvedev in the BNP Paribas Open final (as detailed in our match report), Jannik Sinner became the youngest player to complete the six-title ATP Masters 1000 hard-court set. The Italian dismissed Roland Garros talk, targeting the Miami Open next.

Organizers of the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells have confirmed that Novak Djokovic will compete in the ATP Masters 1000 event starting in early March 2026. The 24-time Grand Slam champion has limited his schedule this year following withdrawals from recent tournaments due to fatigue and readiness concerns. This marks his return to the California hard-court event 20 years after his debut there.

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Jannik Sinner advanced to the semifinals of the Miami Open with a 6-2, 6-2 victory over Frances Tiafoe. In the post-match press conference, the Italian checked his watch and asked reporters to hurry so he could watch Italy's FIFA World Cup qualifier against Northern Ireland. Italy won 2-0 that evening.

Jannik Sinner won the BNP Paribas Open men's singles title at Indian Wells by defeating Daniil Medvedev in the final. Medvedev had advanced by upsetting Carlos Alcaraz in the semifinals, while Sinner beat Alexander Zverev earlier. Sinner became the first man since 1990 to claim consecutive Masters 1000 titles without dropping a set.

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Novak Djokovic came close to securing a record 25th Grand Slam title at the 2026 Australian Open but fell short in the final against Carlos Alcaraz. The Serbian star overcame Jannik Sinner in a five-set semifinal thriller following an opponent's injury in the quarterfinals. Experts now question if that opportunity has passed at age 38.

 

 

 

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