Zverev’s Record-Breaking Triumph at the Paris Masters

Alexander Zverev secured his place as the player with the most victories in 2024, clinching the Paris Masters title. With this achievement, Zverev surpassed world No. 1, Jannik Sinner, by reaching 67 wins this season—one more than Sinner. However, he achieved this milestone by competing in more tournaments than his Italian rival.

Historic Ranking and Title Count

• Zverev’s victory in Paris earned him his 7th Masters 1000 title and his second of the year, moving him up in the ATP Rankings to world No. 2, his career-best ranking.
• With this performance, Zverev overtakes Carlos Alcaraz in the rankings just ahead of the ATP Finals in Turin.

Commanding Performance Against Humbert

In the Paris Masters final, Zverev showcased his dominance:

• Final Match: Zverev defeated Frenchman Ugo Humbert with a decisive 6-2, 6-2 scoreline.
• Home Crowd: The crowd hoped for a French champion, a feat last achieved by Jo-Wilfried Tsonga in 2008, but Zverev dashed those dreams with his powerful showing.

Season Summary: Zverev vs. Sinner

With this latest title, Zverev now leads in total season wins, though Sinner holds impressive achievements:

• Season Record: Zverev’s record stands at 67-20, compared to Sinner’s 66 wins and only six losses.
• Title Comparison: Sinner holds seven titles, including two Grand Slams (Australian Open and US Open), while Zverev has secured two titles (Rome Open and Paris Masters).
• Masters 1000 Wins: Both players now have 28 Masters 1000 victories. Zverev’s Masters wins include titles in Miami, Cincinnati, and Shanghai.

Key Finals for Zverev in 2024

• Rome Open: Defeated Nicolas Jarry in the final.
• Roland Garros: Lost to Carlos Alcaraz in the final.
• Hamburg Open: Lost to Arthur Fils in the final.

Looking Ahead: ATP Finals and Beyond

Zverev now has a chance to add to his record at the ATP Finals in Turin in two weeks, where he will once again face Sinner.

• Upcoming Challenges: While Zverev will compete in Turin, Sinner will have an additional opportunity to add to his win total as part of Team Italy in the Davis Cup.