Jannik Sinner Breaks Novak Djokovic's Masters 1000 Set Record in Miami
Jannik Sinner set a new ATP Masters 1000 record by winning his 26th consecutive set, surpassing Novak Djokovic's previous streak of 24, during his third-round victory over Corentin Moutet at the Miami Open.
Key Points
- Sinner won his 26th consecutive set, breaking Djokovic's record of 24
- He achieved this during his third-round win over Corentin Moutet at Miami Open
- Sinner had won Paris Masters and Indian Wells without dropping a set
- The Italian is the second seed at the tournament
Full Details
Italian tennis star Jannik Sinner made ATP Masters 1000 history at the Miami Open by breaking Novak Djokovic's long-standing record for most consecutive sets won. Sinner secured his 26th straight set in the tournament by defeating Corentin Moutet in the third round, surpassing Djokovic's record of 24 consecutive sets set in 2016. The second seed arrived in Miami having won the Paris Masters and Indian Wells Masters without dropping a set, initially equalling Djokovic's record in his second-round win over Damir Džumhur. This achievement highlights Sinner's dominant form on hard courts and solidifies his status as a top contender for the Miami Open title.
Why It Matters
Sinner's record-breaking streak signals a potential shift in men's tennis dominance, with the young Italian emerging as a serious threat to established stars like Djokovic and Alcaraz.
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