Jannik Sinner is rewriting the rules of tennis dominance in 2026! 🎾 The Italian star blazed through Monday's match (January 26) against compatriot Luciano Darderi with a 6-1, 6-3, 7-6(2) victory, securing his 18th consecutive win and a quarterfinal spot at this year's Australian Open.
After surviving literal heat drama in his previous match (complete with cramps and a roof-closing rescue mission 🔥➡️❄️), Sinner thrived in cooler evening conditions this time. Though Darderi upped his game in the third set, the world No. 2 sealed the deal with a tiebreaker masterclass.
"Physically, I felt ready today – let's see what's next!" Sinner told reporters, already eyeing his quarterfinal opponent: American Ben Shelton. The pair last met in the 2025 Australian Open semifinal, where Sinner claimed victory. With eight consecutive wins against Shelton, this rematch could be 🔥 vs 🚀 on the court!
As Melbourne Park buzzes with anticipation, one question remains: Can anyone cool down Sinner's red-hot streak? 🏆
