The sun may have set on the Australian Open, but it’s just the start of the 2025 season. Jannik Sinner clinched his third Grand Slam title by defeating Alexander Zverev in an intense final, 6-3, 7-6, 6-3, without conceding a single break point. It’s impressive to see the 23-year-old Italian take down someone who has spent a decade chasing that elusive Slam title. Sinner, on the other hand, has only been a pro for half that time! The future of tennis looks bright, not just with Sinner around, but with his rivals like Carlos Alcaraz in the mix as well. Jim Courier agrees!
For years, fans have favored one of the Big Three—Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, and Rafael Nadal. With Federer and Nadal having retired and Djokovic being a shadow of his former self, it has opened the door for the likes of Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, who are showing their prowess on the biggest of stages.
Sinner was on fire in the final against Zverev. Serving at 5-6, 30-30 in the second set, he faced pressure but delivered his best tennis. After a fierce return from Sascha and a botched drop shot, Sinner pulled off two amazing sliding forehands and a killer backhand down the line to steal the point. A tennis journalist even noted how Sinner’s technique reminded him of Federer!
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In a post-match chat with Wide World of Sports, Courier said, “We shall see how this year develops. There could be lots of twists and turns along the way, but listen, with him and Alcaraz. The star power at the youth level really is so immense here; they’re going to be selling tickets all over the world.”
Last season, both players thrived at Grand Slams—Sinner at the AO and US Open and Alcaraz at the French Open and Wimbledon. Their ages—23 and 21—make their achievements even more remarkable.
Alcaraz burst onto the scene at just 16 by winning the 2022 Miami Open as the youngest ATP Masters 1000 champ. Sinner took a different route through lower-tier events but quickly climbed up after snagging several Challenger titles. Now both are major players on tour; Sinner hit World No. 1 in June 2024 while Alcaraz is right behind him.
Although Alcaraz’s AO run ended with Djokovic winning in the quarters, he fought hard and is currently ranked No. 3 behind Zverev. The head-to-head between Sinner and Alcaraz stands at 4-6 in favor of Alcaraz, giving him an edge against the Italian. “You can see that developing and they’re going to be setting the standard for the other players to try and change,” Courier further added.
Alongside his fierce play, another trait that stands out in Sinner is his talent to remain humble—a quality that fans adore about him. After winning the AO title, he revealed where he would keep his trophy safe.
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Jannik Sinner reveals the AO trophy’s future home
The 23-year-old clinched the win with a stunning cross-court winner on his first championship point, raising his hands in calm celebration before heading over to his team for a well-deserved moment of triumph. “It’s an incredible tournament for me, I hope I can keep it going,” Sinner said in his post-match interview, reflecting on his stellar run in Melbourne. With this victory, he made history as the first Italian player to snag three Grand Slam titles!
Even with a doping investigation hanging over him, Sinner has maintained laser focus and resilience on the court. He didn’t drop a single break point against Zverev and only lost two sets throughout the tournament! This straight-set win showcased not just his relentless baseline play but also his mental toughness.
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When asked where he plans to keep his shiny new trophy, Sinner quipped, “My apartment in Monaco is quite small, but I will keep this one safe in my parents’ place in Italy.” He even added a playful jab about sending a message to his parents in Italian: “No, they need to learn English! They know how much this trophy means to me and how important it is to share it with them.” Isn’t that just heartwarming?
With such humility and a strong connection to his roots, you can’t help but wonder: will this down-to-earth attitude propel Jannik to even greater heights? Only time will tell!