Jannik Sinner Defends Australian Open Title with Victory Over Alexander Zverev
Sinner also also became the first Italian man to reach back-to-back singles finals at the Australian Open.
Jannik Sinner has successfully defended his title at the 2025 Australian Open, defeating Alexander Zverev in straight sets with a score of 6-3, 7-6(4), 6-3.
This victory marks Sinner’s second consecutive championship at the tournament, solidifying his status as a leading player in men’s tennis.
The final match was played on January 26, 2025, at the Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne, where Sinner showcased his skill and composure throughout the match, particularly in the second set where he won a crucial tiebreak. His performance was characterized by powerful serves and strategic shot placements, which kept Zverev on the defensive for much of the match.
World No. 1 Sinner’s journey to the final included a dominant semifinal victory over Ben Shelton, where he won decisively with a score of 7-6(2), 6-2, 6-2. This win not only highlighted his form but also made him the first Italian man to reach back-to-back singles finals at the Australian Open.
Zverev reached the final after a controversial semifinal against Novak Djokovic, who retired due to injury after losing the first set in a tiebreak. Despite this setback for Djokovic, Zverev’s path to the final was marked by resilience and determination.
Sinner continues to establish himself as a formidable force in tennis, having previously won his first Grand Slam title at the same event in 2024.
