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Jannik Sinner

Jannik Sinner is a highly accomplished Italian professional tennis player, currently ranked World No. 1. He made his professional breakthrough in 2019, winning the ATP Next Gen Finals. Sinner’s notable achievements include winning the Australian Open in 2024 and 2025, the US Open in 2024, and the ATP Finals in 2024. He also led Italy to two Davis Cup titles. Known for his aggressive baseline play, powerful groundstrokes, particularly his heavy backhand, and exceptional agility, Sinner demonstrates remarkable discipline and composure on court. His expertise lies in converting defensive positions into attacking opportunities.

Wimbledon

Sinner beats Zverev to retain Wimbledon title after marathon battle

The win placed Italy’s Sinner in rare company as the 10th man in ‌the professional era to successfully defend the title.

13 Jul 2026 - 3:39AM

Wimbledon

Wimbledon: Jannik Sinner inspired by beaten Novak Djokovic, ready for Zverev

11 Jul 2026 - 2:00PM

Wimbledon

Djokovic holds off Father Time to face Sinner in Wimbledon semi-finals again

10 Jul 2026 - 3:08PM

Wimbledon

Alexander Zverev unfazed by potential Wimbledon lion’s den for Arthur Fery clash

No 2 seed set to be public enemy No 1 on Centre Court when he faces home favourite for right to meet Novak Djokovic or Jannik Sinner in final.

9 Jul 2026 - 2:00PM

Alexander Zverev, here savouring his quarter-final win over Taylor Fritz, is unfazed by the prospect of meeting home favourite Arthur Fery on Centre Court. Photo: Xinhua

Wimbledon

Wimbledon: Djokovic makes history, Osaka sends Sabalenka crashing out

Djokovic’s victory over Russia’s Roman Safiullin took the Serb past Roger Federer to 106 men’s match-wins at the grass-court grand slam.

6 Jul 2026 - 4:34AM

Wimbledon

Wimbledon: China’s Wang, Zhang progress; French Open finalist Chwalinska out

Just weeks after fairy tale run at Roland Garros, the Pole sustains injury and comes down to earth on grass courts of All England Club.

29 Jun 2026 - 11:44PM

Wimbledon

Sinner begins defence of Wimbledon title as Sabalenka seeks first major of 2026

Italian is clear favourite in Carlos Alcaraz’s absence but may be underprepared, while Belarusian says ‘things are clicking back’ again.

28 Jun 2026 - 10:00PM

Jannik Sinner of Italy opens the defence of his title against Miomir Kecmanovic of Serbia on Centre Court. Photo: AP

French Open

French Open: world No 1 Sinner knocked out as Osaka makes fashion statement

China’s Wu Yibing loses to Italian 10th seed, leaving Wang Xiyu as the only Chinese singles player left at Roland Garros.

28 May 2026 - 10:10PM

French Open

French Open: Sabalenka thrives in heatwave as Southeast Asians Eala, Tjen exit

Ex-world No 1 Daniil Medvedev struggles in conditions before bowing out, as do China’s Zhang Shuai and Zhang Zhizhen.

26 May 2026 - 9:54PM

Style Edit

Style Edit: Rolex powers tennis’ history-makers at the 125th French Open

The tournament at Roland-Garros features 3 of last year’s singles finalists: Rolex Testimonees Jannik Sinner and Coco Gauff, and Aryna Sabalenka.

26 May 2026 - 10:00AM

French Open

French Open: Sinner primed for career grand slam in absence of Alcaraz

Italian could become ninth man to complete set of all majors, emulating his great Spanish rival, who achieved feat at Australian Open.

19 May 2026 - 8:56PM

Jannik Sinner, who won the Italian Open last weekend by beating Casper Ruud, is on a record-breaking 34-match winning streak at Masters level. Photo: Xinhua

ATP

Pegula putting family experience in NFL, NHL to use in tennis prize money fight

World No 5, whose parents own Buffalo Bills and Buffalo Sabres, is leading battle over share of tournament revenues devoted to player pool.

12 May 2026 - 10:08PM

ATP

Coleman Wong told to ‘be like Sinner’ in back-to-back ATP Challenger title quest

There is no rest for the 21-year-old after his maiden triumph on Sunday, with the tour staying in mainland China and heading to Wuxi this week.

5 May 2026 - 8:13AM

Formula One (F1)

Mercedes F1 boss hopes Italian public are fair to ‘superstars’ Antonelli, Sinner

Toto Wolff wary of Italy’s World Cup failure adding to hype around driver, who has become first Italian to win three straight races since 1952.

4 May 2026 - 9:24PM

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff (left) with driver Kimi Antonelli after the Italian won the Miami Grand Prix at Miami International Autodrome on Sunday. Photo: AFP

ATP

Reigning 2-time champion Carlos Alcaraz to miss French Open with wrist injury

World No 1 Jannik Sinner said he hoped the Spaniard would be back playing in time for the year’s third grand slam at Wimbledon.

25 Apr 2026 - 1:01PM

Carlos Alcaraz triumphed at Roland Garros in 2024 and 2025, beating Jannik Sinner last year in the longest French Open final in history. Photo: AFP

ATP

Jannik Sinner powers past Jiri Lehecka to claim ‘Sunshine Double’ at Miami Open

The Italian also won at Indian Wells, becoming the first man since Roger Federer in 2017 to sweep the hard-court events in California and Florida.

30 Mar 2026 - 12:00PM

WTA (Women's Tennis Association)

Sabalenka seals ‘Sunshine Double’ with Miami Open win over local favourite Gauff

Belarusian world No 1 overpowers fourth-ranked American to improve record to 23-1 this season, her only loss being the Australian Open final.

29 Mar 2026 - 12:41PM

ATP

Miami Open: ‘Sunshine Double’ on as Sinner breaks record, Sabalenka beats Zheng

The Italian men’s world No 2 and Belarusian women’s No 1 are bidding to join an elite band who have won Indian Wells, Miami Open back to back.

24 Mar 2026 - 3:05PM

Aryna Sabalenka (left) comfortably beat “tough opponent” Zheng Qinwen (right) in one hour and 25 minutes at Hard Rock Stadium on Monday. Photo: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Fifa

Italy’s Azzurri face Fifa World Cup play-off again amid other sports’ success

The once-dominant men’s football team, four-time world champions, are at risk of failing to qualify for a third consecutive finals.

21 Mar 2026 - 7:45AM

ATP

Coleman Wong stays cool in face of outburst to reach last 8 of Challenger event

Hongkonger ignores Bosnian Damir Dzumhur’s tirade to again come back from a set down at Copa Cap Cana tournament in Dominican Republic.

13 Mar 2026 - 6:00PM

Yu Zidi

China teen sensation Yu becomes youngest ever to receive Laureus nomination

Yu Zidi up for Breakthrough of the Year Award, while Hong Kong charity Rugby for Good also gets a nod in Sport for Good category.

4 Mar 2026 - 12:39AM

Yu Zidi became the youngest swimmer ever to win a medal at the World Aquatics Championships. Photo: Reuters

Australian Open

Djokovic, Alcaraz have tennis history in their sights in Australian Open final

One is aiming for record of most majors and oldest man to win one, while the other is aiming to be youngest man to complete career Grand Slam.

1 Feb 2026 - 8:00AM

Carlos Alcaraz (right) and Novak Djokovic last played each other in the semifinals of the US Open in September 2025, when Alcaraz won 6-4, 7-6, 6-2 on his way to winning the title. Photo: AFP

Australian Open

Djokovic rolls back years to down Sinner in five-set epic, Alcaraz next in final

Novak Djokovic is one win away from a record 25th grand slam title after stunning reigning Australian Open champion Jannik Sinner.

30 Jan 2026 - 11:09PM

Australian Open

Carlos Alcaraz fends off Alexander Zverev in epic Australian Open semi-final match

The Spaniard will next face either two-time defending champion Jannik Sinner or 10-time Australian Open finalist Novak Djokovic.

30 Jan 2026 - 5:59PM

Australian Open

Novak Djokovic faces tough test in Jannik Sinner in Australian Open semi-final

Carlos Alcaraz plays Alexander Zverev in the other semi-final, with the Spaniard aiming to be the youngest man to complete a career grand slam.

30 Jan 2026 - 7:00AM

Australian Open

Australian Open: China’s Wang makes 4th round, heat saves Sinner, Djokovic’s 400th

Wang’s win over Linda Noskova matches her best singles performance at a grand slam, as stoppage helps Italian ace recover, Osaka pulls out.

24 Jan 2026 - 8:32PM

Wang Xinyu of China celebrates after winning her third-round match against Linda Noskova of the Czech Republic on Saturday. Photo: EPA

Australian Open

China’s Wang into Australian Open third round, Sinner, Osaka in contrasting wins

Compatriot Jerry Shang misses chance to face Djokovic, who pays tribute to ‘his’ tree, while National Games champion Wu Yibing loses in five.

22 Jan 2026 - 7:30PM

Australian Open

Osaka claims stylish win, China’s Wang, Wu progress to second round

Popular Frenchman Gael Monfils bids farewell to Melbourne Park, Jannik Sinner strolls on after France’s Hugo Gaston retires after 68 minutes.

20 Jan 2026 - 10:05PM

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