Jannik Sinner retained his Australian Open title with a dominant win over Alexander Zverev, marking his third Grand Slam victory. Amid doping allegations, Sinner extended his winning streak to 21 matches, solidifying his place among tennis greats and becoming the first Italian to achieve this historic milestone.
Jannik Sinner reaffirmed his dominance in men’s tennis by defeating Alexander Zverev to retain the Australian Open title in Melbourne. The 23-year-old Italian delivered a clinical performance, winning 6-3, 7-6 (7/4), 6-3 to secure his third Grand Slam title. This victory places him among legends like Andre Agassi and Roger Federer as one of the few men to defend the Melbourne title in the 21st century.
Sinner, who has faced doping allegations related to clostebol, remains unshaken, extending his winning streak to 21 matches. Despite the World Anti-Doping Agency's ongoing appeal against his exoneration, Sinner focused on his game, earning his 19th career title.
Alexander Zverev, yet to clinch a Grand Slam title, praised Sinner's exceptional performance, acknowledging him as the world’s best player. The German struggled against Sinner’s relentless precision, particularly in the tiebreaks, where the Italian proved unstoppable.
This win cements Sinner’s place in history as the first Italian to win three Grand Slam titles, surpassing Nicola Pietrangeli. Amid controversies and challenges, Sinner’s resilience and mental strength continue to define his career.
