At the Nitto ATP Finals in Turin, tennis titans Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz showed that, while fierce rivals on the court, they share a friendly camaraderie off it. The world’s No. 1 and No. 3 players had fun interviewing each other, exploring quirks, nicknames, and personal admiration, setting a positive tone before their quest for the season’s final title.

During the interview, Alcaraz revealed his nickname for Sinner, “Carrot,” due to the Italian’s love for snacking on carrots during matches. In turn, Sinner called Alcaraz “The Beast,” a tribute to Alcaraz’s aggressive and intense playing style. The playful exchanges highlighted their mutual respect, each praising the other’s shots and fitness levels.

Despite their contrasting styles and fierce battles on the ATP Tour, Sinner and Alcaraz’s off-court friendship brings lightheartedness and insight into a shared passion for tennis. As they compete in Turin, fans look forward to seeing this spirited rivalry—and friendship—continue on the game’s biggest stages.

Carlos Alcaraz in 2024

Carlos Alcaraz

52 - 11win/loss

Hard
22-5
I Hard
5-1
Clay
17-4
Grass
8-1
21 year old
LWLWWWWWWW
2024 Highlights

Ranked world no.3, Alcaraz played his last match on the 31st of October when he lost to world no.14 Ugo Humbert 6-1 3-6 7-5 in the 3rd round in Paris (draw).

At the moment, during this season Carlos has achieved a 52-11 win-loss record. Alcaraz conquered 4 titles in 2024 in Indian Wells, French Open, Wimbledon and Beijing. Alcaraz reached the final in Paris.

Carlos Alcaraz will fight against the world no.365 Gabi Adrian Boitan in the . In the past, they have never played each other up to now in top competitions.

Carlos conquered 4 titles in 2024 in Indian Wells, French Open, Wimbledon and Beijing. Alcaraz was the runner-up in Paris (Olympics).

Alcaraz won 17 titles in his career: 5 on hard courts, 8 on clay courts, 1 on indoor courts and 3 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)

Paris
Alcaraz's Record

Jannik Sinner in 2024

Jannik Sinner

66 - 6win/loss

Hard
40-3
I Hard
6-0
Clay
11-2
Grass
9-1
23 year old
WWWWWWWLWW
2024 Highlights

Now ranked no.1, Sinner played his last match on the 10th of November when he beat world no.9 Alex De Minaur 6-3 6-4 in the round robin in the Nitto ATP Finals (draw).

Presently, during this year the Italian owns a compiled 66-6 win-loss record. The Italian clinched 7 titles in 2024 at the Australian Open, Rotterdam, Miami, Halle, Cincinnati, U.S. Open and Shanghai. Jannik was the finalist in Beijing.

Jannik Sinner will fight against the world no.4 Daniil Medvedev in the Round Robin. The head to head is 7-7.

Sinner clinched 7 titles in 2024 at the Australian Open, Rotterdam, Miami, Halle, Cincinnati, U.S. Open and Shanghai. Sinner was the runner-up in Beijing (China Open).

Jannik won 18 titles in his career: 9 on hard courts, 1 on clay courts, 7 on indoor courts and 1 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)

the Nitto ATP Finals
Sinner's Record

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner faced off 11 times. Their actual record is 7-4 for Alcaraz. Previously, the last time they fought against each other, Carlos Alcaraz won 6-7(6) 6-4 7-6(3) in the final in Beijing (China Open) on the 2nd of October 2024.

In the following video you can watch the key moments of their match.

Carlos Alcaraz in 2024

Carlos Alcaraz

52 - 11win/loss

Hard
22-5
I Hard
5-1
Clay
17-4
Grass
8-1
21 year old
LWLWWWWWWW
2024 Highlights

Now ranked no.3, Alcaraz played his last match on the 31st of October when he lost to world no.14 Ugo Humbert 6-1 3-6 7-5 in the 3rd round in Paris (draw).

During this season Alcaraz owns a compiled 52-11 record. The Spaniard conquered 4 titles in 2024 in Indian Wells, French Open, Wimbledon and Beijing. The Spaniard was the finalist in Paris.

Carlos Alcaraz will face the world no.365 Gabi Adrian Boitan in the . They have never competed against each other as of now in top competitions.

The Spaniard clinched 4 titles in 2024 in Indian Wells, French Open, Wimbledon and Beijing. Carlos was the finalist in Paris (Olympics).

Carlos won 17 titles in his career: 5 on hard courts, 8 on clay courts, 1 on indoor courts and 3 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)

Paris
Alcaraz's Record

Jannik Sinner in 2024

Jannik Sinner

66 - 6win/loss

Hard
40-3
I Hard
6-0
Clay
11-2
Grass
9-1
23 year old
WWWWWWWLWW
2024 Highlights

At the moment ranked no.1, Sinner played his last match on the 10th of November when he beat world no.9 Alex De Minaur 6-3 6-4 in the round robin in the Nitto ATP Finals (draw).

During this season Sinner owns a composed 66-6 match record. The Italian conquered 7 titles in 2024 at the Australian Open, Rotterdam, Miami, Halle, Cincinnati, U.S. Open and Shanghai. Sinner reached the final in Beijing.

Jannik Sinner will come up against the world no.4 Daniil Medvedev in the Round Robin. Their actual head to head record is 7-7.

Jannik has won 7 titles in 2024 at the Australian Open, Rotterdam, Miami, Halle, Cincinnati, U.S. Open and Shanghai. Sinner got to the final in Beijing (China Open).

The Italian won 18 titles in his career: 9 on hard courts, 1 on clay courts, 7 on indoor courts and 1 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)

the Nitto ATP Finals
Sinner's Record

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner faced off 11 times. Their record is 7-4 for Alcaraz. Before, the last time they fought against each other, Carlos Alcaraz won 6-7(6) 6-4 7-6(3) in the final in Beijing (China Open) on the 2nd of October 2024.

Here are the highlights.