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Jannik Sinner
Jannik Sinner 2025 US Open.jpg
Sinner at the 2025 US Open
Country (sports)  Italy
Residence Monte Carlo, Monaco
Born (2001-08-16) 16 August 2001 (age 24)
Innichen, Italy
Height 1.91 m (6 ft 3 in)
Turned pro 2018
Plays Right-handed (two-handed backhand)
Coach Simone Vagnozzi
Darren Cahill
Prize money US$64,837,801
  •  6th all-time in earnings
Singles
Career record 365–89 (80.4%)
Career titles 30
Highest ranking No. 1 (10 June 2024)
Current ranking No. 1 (13 April 2026)
Grand Slam singles results
Australian Open W (2024, 2025)
French Open F (2025)
Wimbledon W (2025, 2026)
US Open W (2024)
Other tournaments
Tour Finals W (2024, 2025)
Doubles
Career record 27–26 (50.9%)
Career titles 1
Highest ranking No. 124 (27 September 2021)
Team competitions
Davis Cup W (2023, 2024)
Signature
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Jannik Sinner (born on August 16, 2001) is a famous Italian tennis player. He is currently ranked as the world's No. 1 male tennis player by the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP). Jannik was also the top-ranked player at the end of 2024. He has won many important tournaments, including five major Grand Slam titles, ten Masters titles, and two ATP Finals. He also helped Italy win the Davis Cup in both 2023 and 2024. Jannik is the youngest player to win all nine ATP Masters 1000 tournaments, a special achievement called the "Career Golden Masters."

Jannik started playing tennis professionally at age 16. Even though he didn't play many junior tournaments, he quickly became very good. In 2019, he won the Next Gen ATP Finals and was named the best new player. By 2021, he was among the top 10 players in the world. He won his first big Masters title in Canada in 2023.

In 2024, Jannik won his first Grand Slam title at the Australian Open. He beat top players like Novak Djokovic and Daniil Medvedev in thrilling matches. That same year, he also won the US Open and the ATP Finals. He became the first Italian man to reach world No. 1.

In 2025, Jannik had an amazing year. He defended his title at the Australian Open. He reached the finals of all four major tournaments. He won his fourth major title at Wimbledon. He also won his second straight ATP Finals. In 2026, Jannik won his second Wimbledon title. He also set a record by winning five ATP Masters 1000 titles in a row. He became the youngest player to complete the Career Golden Masters.

Jannik Sinner's Early Life

Jannik Sinner was born on August 16, 2001, in Innichen, a town in northern Italy. His first language was German. He grew up in Sexten, where his parents worked at a ski lodge. Jannik has an older adopted brother named Mark.

Jannik started skiing when he was three years old. He was a very talented young skier, winning a national championship at age seven. He also started playing tennis at seven and football. For a while, skiing and football were his main sports.

When he was 13, Jannik decided to focus only on tennis. He was tall and thin, and he liked that tennis was an individual sport where he had more control. He moved away from home to Bordighera to train at the Piatti Tennis Center. His parents supported this big decision. He lived with a coach's family and later with other boys. Before this, he only played tennis twice a week.

Starting Professional Tennis

Jannik didn't spend much time playing in junior tennis tournaments. He quickly decided to move on to professional events. He didn't play in any junior Grand Slam tournaments. His focus was always on the bigger professional stage.

Jannik Sinner's Professional Journey

2018: First Steps as a Pro

Jannik began playing on the professional tennis tour in 2018. He started with smaller tournaments. By the end of the year, he was ranked No. 551 in the world.

2019: A Rising Star

In 2019, Jannik won his first ATP Challenger title at just 17 years old. He became the youngest Italian to win such a title. He then played in his first major Grand Slam tournament, the US Open.

He had a fantastic end to the year. He won the Next Gen ATP Finals, a tournament for young top players. He beat Alex de Minaur in the final. This win helped him enter the top 100 players in the world. He was named the ATP Newcomer of the Year.

2020: First ATP Title

Jannik continued to improve in 2020. He reached the second round of the Australian Open. He also beat a top 10 player, David Goffin.

After a break due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Jannik played very well. He reached the quarterfinals of the French Open. He was the youngest player to do so since Novak Djokovic in 2006. He ended the year by winning his first ATP title at the Sofia Open. He was the youngest Italian to win an ATP title in a long time. He finished the year ranked No. 37.

2021: Breaking into the Top 10

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Sinner at the 2021 French Open

Jannik started 2021 by winning his second ATP title. He became the youngest player since Rafael Nadal in 2005 to win two titles in a row. He then reached his first big ATP Masters 1000 final at the Miami Open.

He won his first doubles title at the 2021 Atlanta Open. Later, he won his third singles title at the Citi Open in Washington, D.C. He was the youngest player to win an ATP 500 title. This helped him enter the top 15 in the world.

Jannik defended his title at the Sofia Open. He also won his fifth career title at the European Open. In November, he became the first male player born in the 2000s to enter the top 10 rankings. He finished 2021 as world No. 10.

2022: Reaching Major Quarterfinals

In 2022, Jannik reached the quarterfinals of three major tournaments: the Australian Open, Wimbledon, and US Open. He showed great skill in these big events. At Wimbledon, he almost beat Novak Djokovic after being two sets ahead.

He won his first clay court title at the Croatia Open, beating Carlos Alcaraz in the final. He also reached his 100th career win faster than many other top players. He finished the year ranked 15th in the world.

2023: Canadian Open and Davis Cup Champion

Jannik won his seventh title at the Open Sud de France. He then reached the final of the Rotterdam Open. He also made it to the semifinals of the Indian Wells and the final of the Miami Open. These results helped him return to the top 10 rankings.

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Sinner at the 2023 Monte-Carlo Masters

At Wimbledon, he reached his first Grand Slam semifinal. In August, he won his first ATP Masters 1000 title at the Canadian Open. He beat Alex de Minaur in the final.

He continued his strong performance by winning the China Open. He beat both Carlos Alcaraz and Daniil Medvedev there. This pushed him to a career-high ranking of world No. 4. He also won the Vienna Open.

Jannik played in the ATP Finals for the first time, reaching the final. He then helped Italy win the Davis Cup for the first time in 47 years. He was named the Most Improved Player of the Year.

2024: Grand Slam Wins and World No. 1

Jannik started 2024 by winning his first Grand Slam title at the Australian Open. He made a great comeback from two sets down in the final against Daniil Medvedev. He became the first Italian man to win this major.

He then won the Rotterdam Open, reaching a new career high of world No. 3. He also won his second Masters 1000 title at the Miami Open. This made him the world No. 2, an Italian record.

In March 2024, Jannik had a situation where some of his prize money and ranking points from a tournament were removed. This was due to a misunderstanding about a substance used in a treatment by his physiotherapist. It was determined that he was not at fault, and it was an accidental situation.

After Novak Djokovic withdrew from the 2024 French Open, Jannik became world No. 1 on June 10. He was the first Italian to achieve this. He won his first tournament as world No. 1 at the Halle Open.

Jannik won the 2024 Cincinnati Open. He then won his second major title at the 2024 US Open. He became the youngest man to win both hard-court majors in the same year. He was confirmed as the year-end world No.1 after reaching the Shanghai Masters semifinal. He then won the Shanghai Masters, his third Masters 1000 title of the year.

In November, Jannik won the ATP Finals in Italy. He won without losing a single set, a rare achievement. He also helped Italy win the Davis Cup for the second year in a row. He finished the season without losing any match in straight sets.

2025: More Major Titles and a Short Break

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Sinner at the 2025 US Open

Jannik started 2025 by successfully defending his title at the 2025 Australian Open. In February 2025, he had a short break from tennis for three months. This was related to the earlier misunderstanding about a substance, and it was confirmed that it was an accidental situation.

He returned to play at the Italian Open in May, reaching the final. At the French Open, he reached the final in a very long match against Carlos Alcaraz. Five weeks later, Jannik won the Wimbledon Championships, becoming the first Italian to win the singles title there.

He reached the final of the US Open for the second year in a row. He also won the Beijing tournament and the Vienna Open. He then won the Paris Masters, becoming the first Italian to win that tournament.

Jannik successfully defended his title at the 2025 ATP Finals. He won all his matches without losing a set, just like the year before. He became the youngest player to reach the final of every major and the ATP Finals in the same season.

2026: Golden Masters and Second Wimbledon Title

Jannik Sinner vs Clément Tabur at the 2026 Roland Garros (220) (cropped)
Sinner at the 2026 French Open

In 2026, Jannik reached the semifinals of the 2026 Australian Open. He then won his first Indian Wells title without losing a set. He became the first man to win consecutive ATP Masters 1000 tournaments without dropping a set.

He also won the 2026 Miami Open, completing the "Sunshine Double" (winning Indian Wells and Miami). He was the first player to do this without losing a set. On April 13, 2026, Jannik became the world No. 1 again.

Jannik won the 2026 Madrid Open and the 2026 Italian Open. With these wins, he became the youngest player to win all nine ATP Masters 1000 events, completing his "Career Golden Masters." He also set a record by winning six ATP Masters 1000 titles in a row.

At the 2026 French Open, Jannik had a surprising loss in the second round. This ended his amazing winning streak of 30 matches. However, he bounced back at 2026 Wimbledon. He won his second consecutive Wimbledon title, beating Alexander Zverev in the final. This was his 100th Grand Slam match win.

Exciting Rivalries

Jannik Sinner vs. Carlos Alcaraz

Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz have played each other 17 times. Carlos leads their matches 10–7. Many people think their matches are some of the most exciting in tennis.

They have played in many big tournaments. These include the semifinals of the 2024 French Open and the quarterfinals of the 2022 US Open. In 2025, they met in major finals for the first time. Carlos won the French Open final in a very close match. Jannik then won the Wimbledon final. Carlos won their match at the US Open.

In 2025, Jannik beat Carlos in the 2025 ATP Finals. In 2026, Jannik beat Carlos again at the Monte-Carlo Masters.

Jannik Sinner vs. Daniil Medvedev

Jannik Sinner and Daniil Medvedev have played 17 times, with Jannik leading 10–7. Their matches used to be won mostly by Daniil. But Jannik changed that in late 2023 by winning five matches in a row.

One of their most famous matches was the 2024 Australian Open final. Jannik won that match after being two sets down. They also played in the quarterfinals of 2024 Wimbledon and the 2024 US Open.

Jannik Sinner vs. Novak Djokovic

Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic have played 12 times, with Jannik leading 7–5. Novak won their first three matches. Jannik got his first win against Novak at the 2023 ATP Finals.

They have had many memorable matches. These include the final of the 2023 ATP Finals and the semifinal of the 2024 Australian Open. Jannik also beat Novak in the 2024 Shanghai Masters final. In 2025, Jannik beat Novak in the semifinals of both the French Open and Wimbledon. Novak won their match at the 2026 Australian Open. Jannik then beat Novak again at the 2026 Wimbledon Championships.

Jannik Sinner's Playing Style

Jannik is known for his powerful and aggressive style of play. He hits the ball very hard from the back of the court. His two-handed backhand is especially strong. He hits it with a lot of spin and speed.

Many people compare Jannik to Roger Federer because he stays calm on the court. He also moves very well around the court. His background in skiing helped him develop his quick side-to-side movement. This is similar to how Novak Djokovic also used his skiing experience to improve his tennis.

Jannik wears contact lenses when he plays. He has said he can't see the ball clearly without them!

Coaches and Team

When Jannik decided to focus on tennis at age 13, he trained with Riccardo Piatti. Piatti had also coached other famous players.

In 2022, Jannik started working with Simone Vagnozzi as his main coach. Later that year, Darren Cahill also joined his team. Instead of a mental coach, Jannik uses a special mental training program. This program was first developed for Formula 1 race car drivers. His father, who is a chef, sometimes cooks for the team at big tournaments.

Off the Court

Personal Life

Jannik lives in Monte Carlo in Monaco. He moved there when he was 18.

He speaks German, Italian, and English. German is his first language. He learned Italian better after moving to Bordighera for tennis.

Jannik is a big fan of the Italian football club AC Milan. His tennis idol is Andreas Seppi, who is also from his home region.

Endorsements and Other Activities

Jannik has sponsorship deals with many well-known brands. These include Nike, Head, Rolex, Alfa Romeo, Gucci, and Lavazza. He also works with Formula 1 to help more young people get interested in motorsport.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Jannik started an initiative called "What's Kept You Moving." He interviewed other young athletes about staying strong mentally in sports. He also supports "An Ace for Research" for cancer research. He donates money for every ace he scores in the ATP Finals.

In 2022, Jannik released a comic book called Piccoli grandi campioni: Il manuale illustrato del tennis di Jannik Sinner. It's an illustrated guide to tennis for children. In 2024, he became an ambassador for the 2026 Winter Olympics volunteer program.

Philanthropy

In April 2025, Jannik started the Jannik Sinner Foundation. This organization helps children around the world through education and sports.

Career statistics

Main article: Jannik Sinner career statistics

Grand Slam tournament performance timeline

Key
W  F  SF QF #R RR Q# A NH
(W) Won; (F) finalist; (SF) semifinalist; (QF) quarterfinalist; (#R) rounds 4, 3, 2, 1; (RR) round-robin stage; (Q#) qualification round; (A) absent; (NH) not held. SR=strike rate (events won/competed)
To avoid confusion and double counting, these charts are updated at the conclusion of a tournament or when the player's participation has ended.

Current through the 2026 Wimbledon Championships

Tournament 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 SR W–L Win%
Australian Open A 2R 1R QF 4R W W SF 2 / 7 27–5 84%
French Open A QF 4R 4R 2R SF F 2R 0 / 7 23–7 77%
Wimbledon Q1 NH 1R QF SF QF W W 2 / 6 27–4 87%
US Open 1R 1R 4R QF 4R W F 1 / 7 23–6 79%
Win–loss 0–1 5–3 6–4 15–4 12–4 23–2 26–2 13–2 5 / 27 100–22 82%

Source: ATP profile

Grand Slam tournament finals

Singles: 7 (5 titles, 2 runner-ups)

Result Year Tournament Surface Opponent Score
Win 2024 Australian Open Hard Daniil Medvedev 3–6, 3–6, 6–4, 6–4, 6–3
Win 2024 US Open Hard United States Taylor Fritz 6–3, 6–4, 7–5
Win 2025 Australian Open (2) Hard Germany Alexander Zverev 6–3, 7–6(7–4), 6–3
Loss 2025 French Open Clay Spain Carlos Alcaraz 6–4, 7–6(7–4), 4–6, 6–7(3–7), 6–7(2–10)
Win 2025 Wimbledon Grass Spain Carlos Alcaraz 4–6, 6–4, 6–4, 6–4
Loss 2025 US Open Hard Spain Carlos Alcaraz 2–6, 6–3, 1–6, 4–6
Win 2026 Wimbledon (2) Grass Germany Alexander Zverev 6–7(7–9), 7–6(7–2), 6–3, 6–4

Year–End Championships performance timeline

Tournament 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 SR W–L Win %
ATP Finals DNQ RR DNQ F W W 2 / 4 15–2 88%

Year-end Championships finals

Singles: 3 (2 titles, 1 runner-up)

Result Year Tournament Surface Opponent Score
Loss 2023 ATP Finals Hard (i) Serbia Novak Djokovic 3–6, 3–6
Win 2024 ATP Finals Hard (i) United States Taylor Fritz 6–4, 6–4
Win 2025 ATP Finals (2) Hard (i) Spain Carlos Alcaraz 7–6(7–4), 7–5

Records

Open Era records

  • These records were attained in the Open Era of tennis and in ATP Masters series since 1990.
  • Records in bold indicate peer-less achievements.
  • Jannik Sinner is the youngest male player to reach the singles finals of all four Grand Slam tournaments in a single year (2025).
  • Jannik Sinner is the youngest male player to reach the singles finals of all four Grand Slam tournaments and the ATP Finals in a single year (2025).
  • Jannik Sinner holds the record for the highest percentage of points won (56.45%) in a season (2025) in ATP history.
  • Jannik Sinner is the only player in ATP history to finish a season (2025) as No. 1 in percentage of games won on both serve and return.
  • Jannik Sinner is the youngest male player to complete the hard-court Big Titles set in a career (2026).

Awards and Honours

Sinner has received many awards for his amazing tennis career:

Professional Awards

  • ATP Newcomer of the Year – 2019
  • FITP Most Improved Player of the Year – 2019
  • FITP Best Player of the Year (5) – 2020, 2021, 2023, 2024, 2025
  • ATP Most Improved Player of the Year – 2023
  • ATP Fans' Favourite Player (3) – 2023, 2024, 2025
  • ATP Player of the Year – 2024
  • ITF World Champion (2) – 2024, 2025

Media Awards

  • Gazzetta dello Sport Performance of the Year – 2019
  • Gazzetta dello Sport Exploit of the Year – 2020
  • Gazzetta dello Sport Italian Sportsman of the Year – 2024
  • Time 100 Most Influential People in Sports – 2026

Orders

  • Nastrino Stella Merito sportivo 2015.svg
    CONI Golden Collar of Sports Merit (Collare d'Oro al Merito Sportivo) (2) – 2023, 2024, 2025

Special Awards

  • Honorary citizen of Sexten (2024)

See also

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