For tennis fans, rivalries are what really set this sport apart. The ongoing rivalry between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner has intensified in recent years. They have won a lot of admiration all over the world for their extraordinary abilities on the court. Even though their most recent meetings may still be lively in the memories of their fans, not everyone may know how and when the two up-and-coming tennis stars first crossed paths.
The first match between Sinner and Alcaraz, two young teenagers took place in 2019 during the ATP Challenger Tour. The fight between Alcaraz and Sinner in the second edition of the JC Ferrero Challenger Open proved to be a fierce contest.
The Italian forced the Spaniard to work hard to win the match after he had won the first set 6-2. The match went to a decider after Sinner won the second set 6-3. Sinner put up a fierce fight, but Carlos ultimately managed to get the last laugh. He scored 6-3 to win the set. He became the first player born in 2003 to win a Challenger match with this triumph.
It’s interesting to note that both players eventually interacted with one another during the same match. In an interview with CNN Sports on November 12, 2024, Sinner disclosed that their initial conversation happened in a locker room.
Sinner talked about it and said: “I saw the draw coming out, and I said, ‘Oh, Carlos Alcaraz, I have no idea who he is! I saw the age, and I said, ‘Wow, he’s playing a challenger, it’s amazing.’ And then straight away I was impressed.”
Jannik Sinner in 2024
Ranked no.1, Jannik played his last match on the 14th of November when he defeated world no.4 Daniil Medvedev 6-3 6-4 in the round robin in the Nitto ATP Finals (draw).
Until now, during this year Jannik achieved a compiled 68-6 record. Jannik conquered 7 titles in 2024 at the Australian Open, Rotterdam, Miami, Halle, Cincinnati, U.S. Open and Shanghai. Jannik reached the final in Beijing.
Jannik Sinner will face the world no.7 Casper Ruud in the semifinal on Saturday at 8:30 pm on Center Court. The head to head is 2-0 for Sinner.
Jannik 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).
Sinner 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)
Carlos Alcaraz in 2024
Ranked no.3, Carlos played his last match on the 15th of November when he lost to world no.2 Alexander Zverev 7-6(5) 6-4 in the round robin in the Nitto ATP Finals (draw).
Presently, during this year the Spaniard has a compiled 53-13 match record. Alcaraz has won 4 titles in 2024 in Indian Wells, French Open, Wimbledon and Beijing. Carlos reached the final in Paris.
Carlos Alcaraz will compete against the world no.365 Gabi Adrian Boitan in the . In the past, they have never competed against each other as of now on the main tour.
Carlos clinched 4 titles in 2024 in Indian Wells, French Open, Wimbledon and Beijing. The Spaniard was the finalist in Paris (Olympics).
The Spaniard 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)
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz clashed against each other 11 times. Their head to head is 7-4 for Alcaraz. The last time they competed 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.
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz |
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Jannik Sinner in 2024
Now ranked no.1, the Italian played his last match on the 14th of November when he beat world no.4 Daniil Medvedev 6-3 6-4 in the round robin in the Nitto ATP Finals (draw).
This season the Italian has achieved an overall 68-6 win-loss record. Jannik conquered 7 titles in 2024 at the Australian Open, Rotterdam, Miami, Halle, Cincinnati, U.S. Open and Shanghai. The Italian got to the final in Beijing.
Jannik Sinner will square off with the world no.7 Casper Ruud in the semifinal on Saturday at 8:30 pm on Center Court. Their record is 2-0 for Sinner.
Jannik conquered 7 titles in 2024 at the Australian Open, Rotterdam, Miami, Halle, Cincinnati, U.S. Open and Shanghai. Sinner was the finalist in Beijing (China Open).
Sinner 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)
Carlos Alcaraz in 2024
Now the world no.3, Carlos played his last match on the 15th of November when he lost to world no.2 Alexander Zverev 7-6(5) 6-4 in the round robin in the Nitto ATP Finals (draw).
At present, during this year Carlos owns a 53-13 match record. Alcaraz conquered 4 titles in 2024 in Indian Wells, French Open, Wimbledon and Beijing. The Spaniard reached the final in Paris.
Carlos Alcaraz will compete against the world no.365 Gabi Adrian Boitan in the . They have never competed against each other until now in top tournaments.
Carlos clinched 4 titles in 2024 in Indian Wells, French Open, Wimbledon and Beijing. Carlos was the runner-up in Paris (Olympics).
The Spaniard 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)
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz played each other 11 times. Their current head to head is 7-4 for Alcaraz. The last time they played 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 the video highlights.
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz |
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