Jannik Sinner reaffirmed his status as the world’s best men’s player with a ruthless performance, clinching his second consecutive Australian Open title in a commanding victory over Alexander Zverev.
The Italian top seed delivered when it mattered most, dominating the final with a 6-3, 7-6 (7-4), 6-3 scoreline, showcasing his superior skill and determination.
According to BBC, despite the shadow of an ongoing doping investigation, Sinner remained unfazed, securing his third Grand Slam title with a poised display.
With his first championship point, Sinner sealed the match with a precise cross-court winner. Calmly raising his arms in triumph, he strolled over to celebrate with his team, his focus unwavering despite the external distractions.
“It’s an incredible tournament for me, I hope I can keep it going,” Sinner said, becoming the first Italian to win three major titles.
The straight-sets victory was a testament to Sinner’s relentless baseline game, his raw physicality, and his mental toughness. Zverev, on the other hand, struggled to break down Sinner’s game, failing to create a single break point throughout the match. As frustration mounted, the German could only watch as his opponent controlled every rally.
Zverev’s defeat marked a painful milestone as he became the sixth man in Open era history to lose his first three Grand Slam finals.
Having previously faltered in the 2020 US Open and the 2024 French Open, the 27-year-old slumped into his chair, visibly dejected, and hid his face behind a towel.
His runner-up speech was momentarily disrupted by a heckler, making reference to past domestic abuse allegations against Zverev.
The German, who has denied the allegations and had a court case dropped last year, finally addressed the crowd.
“It sucks standing next to this trophy,” he said, his voice heavy with disappointment. “I was hoping to be more competitive, but Jannik was just too good—simple as that.”
