Alcaraz says Jannik Sinner’s rivalry motivates him ‘to give the best of me every day’

Carlos Alcaraz, a 21-year-old Spanish tennis player, has revealed that his rivalry with Jannik Sinner motivates him to push his limits daily. Alcaraz, who has won four Grand Slam titles, sees Sinner's success as a catalyst for his own improvement. The rivalry aims to set new standards and inspire the next generation of tennis players.

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In the world of men’s tennis, a new rivalry is taking center stage, and it’s one that promises to shape the future of the sport. Carlos Alcaraz, the 21-year-old Spanish sensation, has openly expressed how his rivalry with Italy’s Jannik Sinner drives him to push his limits every day.

Alcaraz, who has already claimed four Grand Slam titles, including the French Open and Wimbledon last year, sees Sinner’s success as a catalyst for his own improvement. “When I’m seeing him winning titles, when I’m seeing him at the top of the ranking, it forces me to practice harder every day,” Alcaraz said during a press conference at Melbourne Park.

The two young stars have quickly risen to the top of the men’s game, each winning two of the four Grand Slam singles trophies in 2024. With the retirements of tennis legends Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic in his twilight years, Alcaraz and Sinner have become the new faces of men’s tennis.

Alcaraz’s dedication to his craft is evident in his rigorous training sessions, where he constantly thinks about what he needs to improve to match up against Sinner. “In practice, I’m just thinking about the things that I have to improve to play against him,” he added. This mindset has not only helped him stay competitive but has also made him a formidable opponent on the court.

The rivalry between Alcaraz and Sinner is not just about personal glory; it’s about setting new standards and inspiring the next generation of tennis players. Alcaraz’s goal to become the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam at the Australian Open is a testament to his ambition and determination.

As Alcaraz prepares to take on Alexander Shevchenko in his opening match at the Australian Open, the tennis world watches with bated breath. Will he be able to overcome Sinner and claim the title? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: Alcaraz’s rivalry with Sinner is motivating him to give his best every day, and that’s a win for tennis fans everywhere.

Jannik Sinner in 2025

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Currently the world no.1, the Italian played his last match on the 24th of November 2024 when he beat world no.40 Tallon Griekspoor 7-6(2) 6-2 in the Rubber 2 of the Davis Cup (draw).

This year the Italian achieved a composed 73-6 record.

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Carlos Alcaraz in 2025

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Ranked world no.3, the Spaniard played his last match on the 19th of November 2024 when he overcame world no.40 Tallon Griekspoor 7-6(0) 6-3 in the Rubber 2 of the Davis Cup (draw).

At the moment, during this season Alcaraz has achieved a 54-13 record.

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Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz faced off 11 times. Their current head to head is 7-4 for Alcaraz.