Early Arrival in Turin for Final Preparations

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner arrived in Turin ahead of the ATP Finals, eager to secure another major title in front of his home fans. After withdrawing from the Paris Masters due to a virus, Sinner went to Monte Carlo to finalize his preparations for the prestigious event.

Radek Stepanek Joins Sinner to Enhance Volley Skills

Sinner trained with his coach, Darren Cahill, and former World No. 8 Radek Stepanek, who joined him in Monte Carlo. The Czech, known as one of the last old-school serve-and-volley players, worked with Sinner to refine his volley skills, adding depth to the Italian’s already powerful game. Sinner’s dedication to continuous improvement is evident as he seeks to challenge his ATP Finals opponents with new tactics.

Sinner’s Remarkable Rise to ATP No. 1

Jannik Sinner’s journey to the top began in late 2023, with impressive performances that cemented his status as a top contender:

• Davis Cup Champion: Sinner led Italy to its first Davis Cup title since 1976.
• Major Success: He climbed to World No. 4 after winning the Australian Open, where he defeated Novak Djokovic in the semi-final and staged a comeback against Daniil Medvedev in the final.
• Record Streak: Sinner kicked off the season with a 16-0 streak, capturing titles and eventually claiming the Miami Masters.

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Sinner’s stellar season brought him enough points to dethrone Djokovic as the new World No. 1, marking him as the 29th player in ATP history to hold the top spot.

Continued Dominance in the Second Half of the Season

Following his rise to World No. 1, Sinner continued to impress:

1. Grass Season Success: Sinner won his first title as World No. 1 in Halle and reached the Wimbledon quarter-final.
2. North American Swing: After resting through the Olympic Games, he returned to win the Cincinnati Masters and then clinched his second Major title by defeating Taylor Fritz.
3. Late-Season Titles: Sinner claimed the Shanghai Masters with a victory over Djokovic, securing his third Masters 1000 title of the year.

Eyes on the ATP Finals Crown

Despite missing the Paris Masters due to illness, Sinner’s preparation in Monte Carlo has him ready to challenge for the ATP Finals title. As he steps onto the court in Turin, Jannik Sinner aims to cap off his remarkable season with a victory before the home fans.