Jannik Sinner wins Madrid Open for fifth straight Masters 1000 title
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Updated · ESPN · May 3
Jannik Sinner wins Madrid Open for fifth straight Masters 1000 title
15 articles · Updated · ESPN · May 3
The world number one beat Alexander Zverev 6-1, 6-2 in Madrid on Sunday for his 23rd consecutive victory and a first title at the tournament.
Sinner had already won Masters 1000 events at Indian Wells, Miami and Monte Carlo this year, plus Paris in 2025, becoming the first man to claim five in a row.
Zverev, champion in 2018 and 2021, was runner-up in Madrid for the second time. In Saturday's women's final, Ukraine's Marta Kostyuk beat Russia's Mirra Andreeva 7-5, 6-3.
Have injuries to rivals like Carlos Alcaraz cleared the path for Jannik Sinner's seemingly unstoppable and historic winning streak?
What is the secret behind Sinner's transformation from a top contender into an unbeatable, record-breaking force in men's tennis?
Jannik Sinner's 2026 Masterclass: Five Straight Masters 1000 Titles and Career Golden Masters Quest
Overview
Jannik Sinner solidified his status as the top player in men's tennis by winning the 2026 Madrid Open with a dominant 6-1, 6-2 victory over Alexander Zverev. This win marked his fifth consecutive ATP Masters 1000 title and extended his record streak to 28 straight Masters 1000 match victories. Sinner's aggressive baseline style, improved serve, and mental resilience have been key to his success, allowing him to hold serve without facing a break point throughout Madrid. With rival Carlos Alcaraz sidelined by injury, Sinner is now the clear favorite for the French Open, where he can complete his Career Grand Slam. His ongoing dominance is reshaping the sport's competitive and financial landscape.