“The best player in the world, by far”: Jannik Sinner makes short work of Zverev in the final of the Masters 1000 in Madrid

There is no longer any doubt: the boss is Jannik Sinner. Even more so in the absence of Carlos Alcaraz. Already winner this season of the Masters 1000 in Indian Wells, Miami and Monte-Carlo, the world No. 1 added that of Madrid to his list of achievements this Sunday by outrageously dominating Alexander Zverev in the final (6-1, 6-2), in just 57 minutes of play.

There wasn’t really a final. Imperial from the first exchange, the Italian quickly took off, offering himself two breaks and a 5-0 in just 17 minutes of play. On the other side of the net, the German could only see the damage, showing his impatience and his discontent. Two slightly tighter games later, the first set was in Jannik Sinner’s pocket.

The second round was barely more competitive. This time, the world No. 1 had to wait until the 3rd game to make the break, before continuing alone until the end. He won his 4th title of the season, the 4th Masters 1000, and pushed Alexander Zverev a little further, unable to win against the two big names on the world circuit.

“I started the match really well, but he wasn’t playing his best tennis,” admitted Jannik Sinner a few minutes after the match point. I just tried to maintain the lead I had and I’m very happy with the level of play I’m playing at. Winning another tournament at this level means a lot to me, it was an exceptional week. »

Grand favorites of Roland-Garros

Three weeks before the start of Roland-Garros, this new demonstration from Jannik Sinner proves his impressive supremacy. Since October 5 and his retirement against Tallon Griekspoor in Shanghai, the Italian has not lost a single match in the Masters 1000. On the other hand, he won the one in Paris, before winning the first four of the season until this title in Madrid.

“All these titles represent all the work and sacrifices I make every day to get to this level. Getting these results is incredible but at some point there will be a slump, that’s normal. I try to continue to believe in myself, to give my best during each training session, to do the work correctly so that it continues for a long time. »

While Carlos Alcaraz, the other protagonist of the epic Roland-Garros 2025 final, has already withdrawn due to a wrist injury, the Italian is the big favorite for the Parisian Grand Slam. Behind, Novak Djokovic will appear at Porte d’Auteuil with the Rome tournament, which begins on May 6, as the only reference on clay. Arthur Fils and Alexander Zverev, swept aside in quick succession, showed that they did not have the level, while Daniil Medvedev or Ben Shelton rarely shine on ocher.

Smiling despite the debacle, Alexander Zverev also recognized the supremacy of his young rival. “Congratulations to you, Jannik, you are the best player in the world by far,” he declared during the trophy presentation. There is no chance for the majority of players against you. Congratulations to your team, who do incredible work every week. But for Roland-Garros, take a break (laughs). » There is little chance of that happening.