Jannik Sinner’s evolution on the court has been one of the most closely watched narratives in men’s tennis this season. After his runner-up finish at the US Open, the Italian star spoke openly about his desire to refine and expand his game. Now, weeks later, he offered insight into that process during the Paris Masters.
“I’m not doing something very special. I’m just doing the stuff what all other hundred players are doing,” Sinner said when asked about the changes he’s been working on since New York.
His approach is grounded in consistency and effort, not shortcuts or sudden breakthroughs. The journey, he explained, is shared by every player on tour.
Training Beyond the Comfort Zone
Sinner highlighted the importance of pushing himself during practice sessions, often stepping outside his comfort zone to explore new tactical and technical possibilities.
“I really try to go over or out of my comfort zone at times, especially in practice sessions, to understand what can potentially give me something in the future,” he explained.
This mindset reflects a broader philosophy of growth through discomfort—a principle embraced by many elite athletes. For Sinner, it’s about finding the balance between experimentation and execution, especially during matches.
Playing With the Scoreboard
One of the key adjustments Sinner mentioned was learning to “play with the scoreboard,” a concept that involves adapting strategy based on match situations rather than sticking rigidly to a plan.
“If you are, I don’t know, break up trying to do something or something different, trying to be a bit more aggressive at times, and all this is part of the process what I am going through,”
he said.This tactical flexibility is part of his maturation as a player, allowing him to manage risk and momentum more effectively.
No Magic, Just Hard Work
Sinner was clear in rejecting the idea of shortcuts or secrets to success. His message was one of humility and perseverance.
“There is no magic. You know, there is a lot of work, and that’s it,” he stated.
He emphasized that every player on tour is striving to improve, and that setbacks are part of the journey. Victories, he noted, help reinforce the value of the work being done, but losses are equally important for learning and recalibration.
Jannik Sinner in 2025
Currently ranked no.2, Jannik played his last match on the 2nd of November when he defeated world no.10 Felix Auger-Aliassime 6-4 7-6(4) in the final in Paris to win his 24th career title.
Until now, during this year the Italian achieved a compiled 53-6 match record. Sinner conquered 5 titles in 2025 at the Australian Open, Wimbledon, Beijing, Vienna and Paris. The Italian was the finalist in Rome, French Open, Cincinnati and U.S. Open.