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Jannik Sinner

Jannik Sinner is a highly accomplished Italian professional tennis player, currently ranked World No. 1. He made his professional breakthrough in 2019, winning the ATP Next Gen Finals. Sinner’s notable achievements include winning the Australian Open in 2024 and 2025, the US Open in 2024, and the ATP Finals in 2024. He also led Italy to two Davis Cup titles. Known for his aggressive baseline play, powerful groundstrokes, particularly his heavy backhand, and exceptional agility, Sinner demonstrates remarkable discipline and composure on court. His expertise lies in converting defensive positions into attacking opportunities.

Coleman Wong’s win over world No 64 Dzumhur was his second from one set down in two days after he beat Argentine Roman Andres Burruchaga, the world No 98, on Monday. Photo: Eugene Lee

ATP

Coleman Wong stays cool in face of outburst to reach last 8 of Challenger event

Hongkonger ignores Bosnian Damir Dzumhur’s tirade to again come back from a set down at Copa Cap Cana tournament in Dominican Republic.

13 Mar 2026 - 6:00PM

Yu Zidi

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4 Mar 2026 - 12:39AM

Australian Open

Djokovic, Alcaraz have tennis history in their sights in Australian Open final

1 Feb 2026 - 8:00AM

Australian Open

Djokovic rolls back years to down Sinner in five-set epic, Alcaraz next in final

Novak Djokovic is one win away from a record 25th grand slam title after stunning reigning Australian Open champion Jannik Sinner.

30 Jan 2026 - 11:09PM

Australian Open

Carlos Alcaraz fends off Alexander Zverev in epic Australian Open semi-final match

The Spaniard will next face either two-time defending champion Jannik Sinner or 10-time Australian Open finalist Novak Djokovic.

30 Jan 2026 - 5:59PM

Australian Open

Novak Djokovic faces tough test in Jannik Sinner in Australian Open semi-final

Carlos Alcaraz plays Alexander Zverev in the other semi-final, with the Spaniard aiming to be the youngest man to complete a career grand slam.

30 Jan 2026 - 7:00AM

Australian Open

Australian Open: China’s Wang makes 4th round, heat saves Sinner, Djokovic’s 400th

Wang’s win over Linda Noskova matches her best singles performance at a grand slam, as stoppage helps Italian ace recover, Osaka pulls out.

24 Jan 2026 - 8:32PM

Wang Xinyu of China celebrates after winning her third-round match against Linda Noskova of the Czech Republic on Saturday. Photo: EPA

Australian Open

China’s Wang into Australian Open third round, Sinner, Osaka in contrasting wins

Compatriot Jerry Shang misses chance to face Djokovic, who pays tribute to ‘his’ tree, while National Games champion Wu Yibing loses in five.

22 Jan 2026 - 7:30PM

Australian Open

Osaka claims stylish win, China’s Wang, Wu progress to second round

Popular Frenchman Gael Monfils bids farewell to Melbourne Park, Jannik Sinner strolls on after France’s Hugo Gaston retires after 68 minutes.

20 Jan 2026 - 10:05PM

Australian Open

Australian Open: no Venus fairy tale as Alcaraz, Sabalenka win opening matches

Hong Kong Open champion Alexander Bublik also advances, as does Chinese qualifier Bai Zhuoxuan, though compatriot Zhang Zhizhen is out.

18 Jan 2026 - 10:09PM

Venus Williams of the US waves as she leaves the court after her first-round loss to Serbia’s Olga Danilovic. Photo: Reuters

Australian Open

Jay Chou out early at ‘One Point Slam’ as amateur stuns Sinner on way to winning

Mandarin pop idol among celebrity wild cards in 48-strong field for Australian Open warm-up event that also starred the top professionals.

15 Jan 2026 - 8:44AM

Australian Open

Mandarin pop star Jay Chou to take on top pros at Australian Open ‘Slam’ event

The singer, who has committed to donating all his winnings to charity, admits he is nervous about losing quickly or failing to touch the ball.

13 Jan 2026 - 5:30PM

Bank of China Hong Kong Tennis Open

Jerry Shang casts doubt on Hong Kong return, Bublik rues loss of easy matches

Chinese star suffers with sore throat during defeat after injury withdrawal last year, Marcos Giron through to face No 2 seed Bublik.

9 Jan 2026 - 9:26PM

Bank of China Hong Kong Tennis Open

Impressive Borges ends ex-world No 3 Marin Cilic’s Hong Kong Open campaign

Portuguese says he plans to use the break in his schedule to ‘see a little bit of Hong Kong’ before refocusing on his quarter-final.

7 Jan 2026 - 9:44PM

Nuno Borges said his two victories in Hong Kong had boosted his confidence heading into the Australian Open. Photo: Handout

ATP

Alcaraz, Sinner set to elevate rivalry, Sabalenka chasing more grand slams

The new season gets under way on Friday with the mixed-teams United Cup in Perth and Sydney, featuring Iga Swiatek and Alexander Zverev.

31 Dec 2025 - 1:15PM

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner will play an exhibition in South Korea on January 10. Photo: AFP

ATP

Year in tennis: ‘Sincaraz’ split men’s grand slams while 4 share women’s titles

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner carve up grand slams for second straight year while women’s game showcases depth and drama.

26 Dec 2025 - 2:00PM

Australian Open

Zheng Qinwen to join Osaka, Alcaraz in 1 Point Slam before Australian Open

Olympic champion to play in A$1 million sudden-death exhibition event after months out with elbow injury.

24 Dec 2025 - 6:41PM

Icons and Influencers

Legacy of Vogue Italia’s Franca Sozzani honoured at inaugural Franca Fund Gala

Co-hosted by Anna Wintour, the event included a fundraising auction and drew guests including Gisele Bündchen and Miuccia Prada.

24 Nov 2025 - 5:17PM

Francesco Carrozzini and Anna Wintour co-hosted a gala to pay homage to the legacy of Carrozzini’s mother, the late Franca Sozzani. Carrozzini is also Wintour’s son-in-law. Photo: Getty Images

Australian Open

Sinner, Alcaraz set for South Korea exhibition match ahead of Australian Open

The tennis world’s top two players will play in Incheon on January 10, eight days before the year’s first grand slam in Melbourne.

3 Nov 2025 - 3:38PM

ATP

ATP open to heat policy after players wilt at ‘brutal’ Shanghai Masters

World men’s tennis body says it could bring in a formal rule after high heat, humidity see top players struggling to finish matches.

7 Oct 2025 - 7:00PM

ATP

Tennis authorities ‘favouring Sinner, Alcaraz’, says Zverev, echoing Federer

Matching comments made by the 20-time grand slam winner, German says court surfaces in tournaments give an advantage to the top players.

4 Oct 2025 - 8:15PM

World No 3 Alexander Zverev of Germany, seen here beating Valentin Royer of France at the Shanghai Masters, says authorities “want Jannik and Carlos to do well”. Photo: EPA

Novak Djokovic

Novak Djokovic heading to China as he confirms return to action in Shanghai

The 24-time major winner says best-of-three-sets matches give him better chance against top two, Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner.

24 Sep 2025 - 5:48PM

Novak Djokovic (left) has not played since losing to Carlos Alcaraz in the semi-finals of the US Open this month. Photo: AFP

WTA (Women's Tennis Association)

Zheng Qinwen set for comeback at China Open, could face Andreeva then Swiatek

Returning after elbow surgery in July, the Olympic champion learns her fate in the draw for the WTA 1000 event starting Wednesday.

22 Sep 2025 - 8:43PM

US Open (tennis)

Carlos Alcaraz outshines Jannik Sinner to claim second US Open title

The Spaniard’s win lifts him back to top of world rankings as he displaces Italy’s Sinner and takes his grand slam trophy haul to six.

8 Sep 2025 - 9:26AM

US Open (tennis)

Controversial new US Open mixed doubles event draws plenty of criticism

Jack Draper called new format an ‘exhibition’ but US$1 million prize pot on offer for winners has players dreaming.

20 Aug 2025 - 4:23PM

Mixed doubles pair Jessica Pegula (left) and Jack Draper in discussion during their match against Daniil Medvedev and Mirra Andreeva. Photo: AFP

Wellness

Novak Djokovic reveals his health secrets – how he stays in peak form

Tennis great Novak Djokovic talks about his ‘X-factor’ gluten-free diet, prioritising sleep, and the one health item he ‘can’t live without’.

20 Jul 2025 - 8:15AM

Novak Djokovic warms up in the gym prior to his quarter-final match against Cameron Norrie of Great Britain in the Davis Cup Final at Palacio de Deportes Jose Maria Martin Carpena in Malaga, Spain, on November 23, 2023. He talks to the Post about how he approaches health, diet and wellness. Photo: Getty Images for ITF

Wimbledon

Sinner not celebrating Wimbledon progress after Dimitrov injury heartbreak

Jannik Sinner was two sets down when Grigor Dimitrov was forced to withdraw with injury.

8 Jul 2025 - 9:55AM

Wimbledon

Zheng Qinwen: Wimbledon defeat ‘just another match I lost on grass’

Fifth seed knocked out in first round for the third year running, but says she won’t let it ‘get in my head’.

2 Jul 2025 - 10:28AM

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