Jannik Sinner Joins Andy Murray and Andre Agassi in Exclusive Masters Club Jannik Sinner’s 2026 campaign has solidified his status as one of tennis’ elite players, with his recent victory at the Monte-Carlo Masters marking a significant milestone. The Italian extended his winning streak to 17 matches by defeating Carlos Alcaraz, adding another title to his resume after earlier triumphs at the Indian Wells and Miami Open tournaments. Now ranked world number one, Sinner has only suffered two losses this season, both against Novak Djokovic and Jakub Mensik. His latest victory also placed him in an exclusive group, matching the career victory count of former legends Andre Agassi and Andy Murray. Sinner’s win at Monte-Carlo secured his seventh distinct ATP 1000 title, leaving only two remaining on his list of targets: the Madrid Open and the Italian Open. These events precede the French Open on the calendar, further highlighting his dominance in the early part of the year. The victory brought him to parity with Murray and Agassi in terms of Masters-level achievements. Murray had previously fallen short in Monte-Carlo and Rome, while Agassi never managed to win either of those events during his career. Despite his recent success, Sinner still trails behind both players in total Masters titles, with Agassi finishing his career with 17 and Murray ending with 14. Sinner’s journey to this point has been marked by both triumphs and setbacks. While he has secured eight Masters titles, there have been notable opportunities he has missed. His only loss at a tournament he has yet to win occurred at the 2025 Italian Open, where Alcaraz defeated him. Another defeat to Alcaraz followed at the Cincinnati Open, though this match was cut short when Sinner had to retire due to illness.#jannik_sinner #carlos_alcaraz #andre_agassi #monte_carlo_masters #andy_murray
Arthur Fils: "I've Regained My Level" - Tennis Majors FR Arthur Fils advanced to his fifth Masters 1000 quarterfinal at Miami, achieving the feat of not surrendering a single service game since the tournament began. The Frenchman reflected on the effectiveness of his approach shots, the evolution of his forehand technique, his recovery from injury, and his determination for upcoming matches. When asked how he described his performance against Valentin Vacherot, Fils said: "It was a good match, but far from easy. Valentin plays very well and relies on an excellent serve. I had to stay extremely alert on my own approach shots. I tried to grab some points in return and managed to break him twice. Overall, it was a tough battle. Both of us produced good tennis; I hope we get another chance to face each other like this." Vacherot noted that Fils hit harder than average on certain balls, taking initiative with complete success. Fils responded: "Valentin is a very good player. When I step onto the court, I know I have to produce my best tennis. I can't let him establish his game, because if you let him do that, you could find yourself down 6-2, 6-2 in 40 minutes. I tried to add intensity, to hit hard, and today, it worked." Fils emphasized his focus on the French players' strong performance in the tournament, stating: "I'm not celebrating yet; I want to reach the semifinals." He also addressed his use of expletives in English on the court, explaining: "I swear in English so my coach can understand. It's not just for myself; I'm talking to him. I try to moderate, but 'Let's f*ing go' is effective. Sometimes, it costs me a few fines." The 29-year-old highlighted his recovery from injury, noting: "I've regained my level. My body feels stronger, and I'm confident in my game.#carlos_alcaraz #valentin_vacherot #pete_sampras #arthur_fils #andre_agassi
