Jannik Sinner exuded a sense of calm and composure when asked about the pressure ahead of his highly anticipated Australian Open final against Alexander Zverev. Known for his level-headed approach and razor-sharp focus on court, Sinner downplayed the stakes, emphasizing the importance of enjoying the sport. “It is a tennis match. It has to be fun,” he remarked, capturing the essence of his philosophy toward the game.

As Sinner prepares to step onto Melbourne’s Rod Laver Arena, he carries with him the experience and confidence gained from previous encounters and his recent impressive performances. With 20 consecutive match victories under his belt, Sinner has undoubtedly cemented his status as a formidable presence on the ATP tour. However, for the 23-year-old Italian prodigy, the final showdown is just another opportunity to showcase his skills and relish the thrill of competition.

Alexander Zverev, Sinner’s opponent in this high-stakes clash, too acknowledges the magnitude of the match. Despite his own remarkable journey and the accolades he’s accumulated, Zverev shares a mutual respect for Sinner’s capability and mindset. Both players are acutely aware of the intense rivalry between them, particularly as Zverev leads their head-to-head encounters 4-2.

The two athletes’ paths have intertwined many times, most notably on the grand stages of the ATP tour. The upcoming final epitomizes the fusion of physical prowess, mental resilience, and sportsmanship, elements that define champions. For Sinner, his mantra is clear: stay grounded, stay passionate, and most importantly, have fun. In the world of elite sports, it is often this mindset that separates good players from truly great ones.

Zverev at the Australian Open, ranking, and results in 2025

Currently ranked no.2 (career-high), Alexander achieved a compiled 8-0 match record in 2025. Alexander is now competing at the Australian Open where he overcame the world no.103 Lucas Pouille 6-4 6-4 6-4, the world no.44 Pedro Martinez Portero 6-1 6-4 6-1, the world no.92 Jacob Fearnley 6-3 6-4 6-4, the world no.14 Ugo Humbert 6-1 2-6 6-3 6-2, the world no.11 Tommy Paul 7-6(1) 7-6(0) 2-6 6-1

and the world no.7 Novak Djokovic 7-6(5) ret..

Alexander Zverev will fight against the world no.1 Jannik Sinner in the final on Sunday at 7:30 pm on Rod Laver Arena. Their head to head is 4-2 for Zverev.

Alexander won 24 titles in his career: 8 on hard courts, 8 on clay courts and 8 on indoor courts. (See the list of his titles)

He is also scheduled to play in Buenos Aires (Argentina Open)

on the 10th of February and Rio De Janeiro (Rio Open) on the 17th of February.

Sinner at the Australian Open, ranking, and results in 2025

Now ranked no.1, the Italian has an overall 6-0 record in 2025. Jannik is currently playing at the Australian Open where he ousted the world no.36 Nicolas Jarry 7-6(2) 7-6(5) 6-1, the world no.173 Tristan Schoolkate 4-6 6-4 6-1 6-3, the world no.46 Marcos Giron 6-3 6-4 6-2, the world no.13 Holger Rune 6-3 3-6 6-3 6-2, the world no.8 Alex De Minaur 6-3 6-2 6-1 and the world no.20 Ben Shelton 7-6(2) 6-2 6-2.

Jannik Sinner will square off with the world no.2 Alexander Zverev in the final on Sunday at 7:30 pm on Rod Laver Arena. The head to head is 4-2 for Zverev.

The Italian won 19 titles in his career: 9 on hard courts, 1 on clay courts, 8 on indoor courts and 1 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)

He is also scheduled to play in Rotterdam (ABN AMRO Open) on the 3rd of February and Doha (Qatar ExxonMobil Open) on the 17th of February.

Alexander Zverev and Jannik Sinner clashed against each other 6 times. Their head to head is 4-2 for Zverev.