Jannik Sinner continues to electrify the Italian Open. On May 14, he defeated Andrey Rublev in straight sets, 6-2, 6-4, extending his extraordinary streak of 32 consecutive Masters 1000 victories. Thirty of those wins came in straight sets, a run that places him alongside Rafael Nadal as one of the few players to reach the semifinals of all five Masters tournaments in a single season. “It’s a special tournament for me. I play just for my own story. And obviously, at the same time, it means a lot to me,” Sinner explained, keeping the focus on his journey rather than ego.
Handling the grind
Despite the heavy schedule, Sinner remains composed. Against Rublev, there were signs of fatigue, but he dismissed them with calm confidence. “I’m going to be all right. It’s normal that one day in the tournament you are slightly tired. I played a lot also. It has been very long days for me,” he said, showing his ability to manage the demands of elite competition.
Laila Hasanovic’s presence
Rome is not only Sinner’s stage but also a place where his personal life intersects with his professional journey. His girlfriend, Danish model Laila Hasanovic, joined him in the capital after missing Madrid due to work commitments. She had recently appeared at an Antonio Marras event and a Mercedes-Benz show in Copenhagen before arriving in Rome. Fans quickly noticed her presence, praising her independence and style on social media.
Support in the stands
During Sinner’s match against Daniil Medvedev, Hasanovic was seen seated alongside his mother and brother, a quiet but meaningful show of support. Her presence added intimacy to the occasion without overshadowing the player, reinforcing the balance between glamour and genuine connection.
A story unfolding
Sinner’s rise is not accompanied by fanfare but by consistency and focus. His victories, his family’s support, and Hasanovic’s presence in Rome all contribute to a narrative of a young athlete rewriting tennis history. At just 24 years old, he is shaping a legacy defined by rhythm, resilience, and the ability to thrive under pressure, while Rome embraces him as one of its own.
ATP Rome - Jannik Sinner's projected path
Sinner in Rome, ranking, and results in 2026
Now the world no.1, Sinner achieved a compiled 35-2 record in 2026. Sinner is competing in Rome where he ousted the world no.82 Sebastian Ofner 6-3 6-4, the world no.60 Alexei Popyrin 6-2 6-0, the world no.155 Andrea Pellegrino 6-2 6-3, the world no.14 Andrey Rublev 6-2 6-4 and the world no.9 Daniil Medvedev 6-2 5-7 6-4.
Jannik Sinner will face the world no.25 Casper Ruud in the final on Sunday at 5:00 pm on CAMPO CENTRALE. Their actual record is 4-0 for Sinner.
Jannik has won 4 titles in 2026 in Indian Wells, Miami, Monte-Carlo and Madrid.
Sinner won 29 titles in his career: 13 on hard courts, 3 on clay courts, 11 on indoor courts and 2 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)
