Jannik Sinner recently shared his thoughts on the success of his rival, Carlos Alcaraz, highlighting how their competition elevates his own game. Alcaraz’s achievements have been a source of motivation and inspiration for Sinner, who views their matches as crucial learning experiences.
“I am very happy for him. He makes me a better tennis player… every time when I play against him and I lose, I know what I have to improve,” Sinner said. “Me and my team will work on that and we can’t wait to play against him again.”
Sinner acknowledges the unique nature of their rivalry, emphasizing that it pushes him to enhance his skills continuously. “I think this makes me a better player because we have a rivalry which is a little bit different… so I am very happy to hopefully show also in the future that I have improved as a player and I’m looking forward to it.”
In summary, Jannik Sinner’s admiration for Carlos Alcaraz’s success highlights the positive impact of their rivalry on his development as a tennis player. Sinner remains committed to improving and eagerly anticipates future matches against Alcaraz, confident in his growth and readiness to demonstrate his progress.
Jannik Sinner in 2024
Currently ranked no.1, the Italian played his last match on the 7th of June when he capitulated to world no.2 Carlos Alcaraz 2-6 6-3 3-6 6-4 6-3 in the semifinal of the French Open (draw).
This year the Italian has managed to achieve a compiled 33-3 match record. The Italian conquered 3 titles in 2024 at the Australian Open, Rotterdam and Miami.
Sinner is scheduled to play next in Halle (Terra Wortmann Open). He will start the tournament from the main draw that will commence on the 17th of June.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2024
Ranked no.2, Carlos played his last match on the 9th of June when he defeated world no.4 Alexander Zverev 6-3 2-6 5-7 6-1 6-2 in the final of the French Open to win his 15th career title.
This season Alcaraz has a 25-5 record. The Spaniard clinched 2 titles in 2024 in Indian Wells and French Open.
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz clashed against each other 10 times. Their current record is 6-4 for Alcaraz. Previously, the last time they fought against each other, Carlos Alcaraz won 2-6 6-3 3-6 6-4 6-3 in the semifinal in Paris (French Open) on the 7th of June 2024.
In the video below you can watch the highlights.
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz |
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