Jannik Sinner's game evolves as he prepares for Wimbledon
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 3:50 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Jannik Sinner has had a successful start to the 2026 season, claiming five consecutive ATP Masters 1000 titles after an initial setback. Patrick Mouratoglou attributes part of Sinner's rise to a strategic increase in topspin, contrasting with Rafael Nadal's late-career adjustments. Sinner, currently holding a record of 37 wins and three losses this year, shifts focus towards Wimbledon after an early exit at Roland Garros.
- •Sinner won five straight ATP Masters 1000 titles in 2026.
- •He has a season record of 37 wins and 3 losses.
- •Sinner increased topspin for better control and consistency.
- •Early exit at Roland Garros came in the second round.
- •Focus now shifts to his upcoming Wimbledon campaign.
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"Jannik Sinner has been one of the best players in men’s tennis for nearly three years now. After impressing in his early years on the tour, the Italian took his game to the next level in 2024, when he clinched his first two major titles.
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