Dominic Thiem has spoken about the rise of Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, drawing comparisons between the current generation of players and tennis legends like Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic. The Austrian star praised the young talents, highlighting their exceptional skill and formidable presence on the court.
Reflecting on the challenges faced by players today, as per the Tennis Magazin, Thiem remarked, “Everyone said that when the Big Three or the Big Four are gone, it will be easier because no one will come up. I think Sinner and Alcaraz are probably just as hard to beat today as Federer or Djokovic were back then.”
His statement underscores the high level of competition in the sport and the evolution of tennis over the years.
Thiem’s acknowledgment of Sinner and Alcaraz’s abilities reflects the impact these players have had on the game. Both have showcased extraordinary performances, earning respect from seasoned players like Thiem. Their unique styles and relentless drive make them strong contenders in any tournament.
Jannik Sinner in 2025
Currently ranked no.1, the Italian played his last match on the 26th of January when he beat world no.2 Alexander Zverev 6-3 7-6(4) 6-3 in the final of the Australian Open to win his 20th career title.
This season the Italian achieved a composed 7-0 record. This year, Jannik won 1 title at the Australian Open.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2025
Now ranked no.3, Carlos played his last match on the 21st of March when he lost to world no.54 David Goffin 5-7 6-4 6-3 in the 2nd round in Miami (draw).
Until now, during this year Alcaraz has managed to achieve a compiled 15-4 record. This year, Carlos conquered 1 title in Rotterdam.
He is also scheduled to play in Barcelona (Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell) on the 14th of April and Madrid (Mutua Madrid Open) on the 23rd of April.
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz squared off 11 times. Their actual record is 7-4 for Alcaraz.