Karen Khachanov and Jannik Sinner have teamed up for intense practice sessions in Dubai, sharpening their skills ahead of the 2025 ATP season. The picturesque desert city has become a prime destination for top tennis players preparing for the upcoming calendar, offering ideal weather conditions and world-class facilities.
Both players, known for their powerful baseline games, are gearing up for a competitive start to the year, with the Australian Open just around the corner. Sinner, who enjoyed a breakthrough season in 2024, aims to consolidate his position in the top 5, while Khachanov focuses on maintaining his consistent performance and climbing higher in the rankings.
The training sessions have drawn attention from fans and analysts alike, as the duo’s dynamic styles promise thrilling performances in the new season. Dubai’s tennis scene continues to thrive as it attracts the sport’s biggest stars for preseason preparation.
Karen Khachanov in 2024
At the moment ranked no.19, Karen played his last match on the 2nd of November when he lost to world no.14 Ugo Humbert 6-7(6) 6-4 6-3 in the semifinal in Paris (draw).
Until now, during this year Karen owns a 37-22 match record. Karen conquered 2 titles in 2024 in Doha and Almaty. Khachanov was the finalist in Vienna.
Jannik Sinner in 2024
Ranked no.1, the Italian played his last match on the 24th of November when he beat world no.40 Tallon Griekspoor 7-6(2) 6-2 in the Rubber 2 of the Davis Cup (draw).
Until now, during this year Jannik owns a 73-6 match record. The Italian has won 8 titles in 2024 at the Australian Open, Rotterdam, Miami, Halle, Cincinnati, U.S. Open, Shanghai and the Nitto ATP Finals. Sinner reached the final in Beijing.
Karen Khachanov and Jannik Sinner squared off 5 times. Their actual record is 4-1 for Sinner. The last time they squared off, Jannik Sinner won 5-7 6-3 6-3 in the 4th round in Madrid (Mutua Madrid Open) on the 30th of April 2024.
In the video below you can watch the highlights.