“There’s gap between him, Alacaraz, Djokovic and us”- Alexander Zverev lauds Jannik Sinner as he wins fifth ATP Masters 1000 in Madrid Open 2026

World No1 Jannik Sinner continued his dominant run by defeating Alexander Zverev 6-1, 6-2 in the final of the Madrid Open. The Italian star produced a near-perfect performance in the Spanish capital. He controlled the match from the start and never allowed his opponent to settle. This victory marked his fifth consecutive ATP Masters 1000 title, a record in men’s tennis, underlining his current dominance on the tour.

Zverev, who has now lost multiple key matches to Sinner this season, admitted the gap between the Italian and the rest of the field is growing. Despite reaching the final, the German struggled badly in the match. Sinner’s consistency, strong serving, and mental focus proved too much once again. With the French Open approaching, Sinner looks like the clear favourite based on his current form and confidence.

Jannik Sinner’s dominance leaves rivals chasing

Jannik Sinner’s victory in Madrid confirmed his status as the best player in the world right now. He has not lost a Masters 1000 match since the Shanghai Masters. His ability to maintain a high level throughout matches is setting him apart from others on the tour.

After the match, Alexander Zverev acknowledged that Sinner is currently operating on a different level compared to everyone else. He explained that there is a clear gap between Sinner and the rest of the players. He also added that another group, including Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic, is slightly ahead of the rest, but still behind Sinner.

The German also admitted that his own performance in the final was far from his best. He said he played very poorly and felt he could have lost to almost any opponent on that day. He mentioned that it was not the right match to discuss tactics, as his level was simply too low.

Sinner, on the other hand, credited his preparation and discipline for his success. He shared that winning starts before stepping onto the court. He noted that happens through proper training and careful attention to fitness and diet. He also said that serving well in fast conditions gave him a strong advantage in the match.

The Italian star added that he is proud of his consistency and daily effort. He noted the importance of his team and thanked his supporters, especially fans back in Italy, for their continued encouragement.

With the Italian Open coming up next, Sinner has a chance to match another milestone.




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