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Experience the Sinner-Zverev Rivalry Through Video Highlights
ATPTour.com invites you to revisit the thrilling encounters between these two stars in their last nine ATP meetings, all captured on video.
May 02, 2026
Photo Credit: Corinne Dubreuil/ATP Tour
Jannik Sinner holds a 9-4 lead against Alexander Zverev in their Lexus ATP Head2Head series.
By ATP Editorial Team
On Sunday, Jannik Sinner and Alexander Zverev will face off yet again in the final match of the Mutua Madrid Open.
While Zverev dominated their earlier encounters, winning four out of five, the tide has turned. Sinner has claimed victory in their last eight showdowns, now leading the Lexus ATP Head2Head 9-4. Sinner aims for his fifth consecutive ATP Masters 1000 title, while Zverev seeks his third win in Madrid.
Before the excitement unfolds in Madrid, ATPTour.com takes you through their past nine ATP Tour battles, documented on video.
Cologne 2020 SF, Zverev d. Sinner 7-6(3), 6-3
In their inaugural ATP Tour meeting, top seed Zverev faced off against the 19-year-old wild card Sinner in the Cologne semi-finals. This tight match included eight breaks of serve, with Zverev narrowly advancing in straight sets, later defeating Diego Schwartzman to claim the title.
Monte-Carlo 2022 QF, Zverev d. Sinner 5-7, 6-3, 7-6(5)
In a thrilling late-night spectacle at Monte-Carlo in 2022, the duo battled for over three hours. Zverev finally snatched victory in a nail-biting deciding-set tie-break, showcasing the fierce competition between them.
Cincinnati 2024 SF, Sinner d. Zverev 7-6(9), 5-7, 7-6(4)
By 2024, their matches had become legendary for their intensity. Sinner notched his first ATP Tour win over Zverev in Cincinnati after yet another three-hour epic, crediting his intuition during crucial moments as key to his success.
Vienna 2025 F, Sinner d. Zverev 3-6, 6-3, 7-5
During a riveting final in Vienna, both athletes confronted their physical limits. At 5-5 in the final set, Sinner prevailed in a grueling rally to secure a vital break and eventually win, balancing their Lexus ATP Head2Head at 4-4.
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Paris 2025 SF, Sinner d. Zverev 6-0, 6-1
When they clashed in the Paris semi-finals, Sinner demonstrated dominance. Zverev, who had recently survived match points against Daniil Medvedev, struggled physically, while Sinner shone, hitting 23 winners against just 12 unforced errors in a rapid 62-minute match.
Nitto ATP Finals 2025 RR, Sinner d. Zverev 6-4, 6-3
Shortly after their Vienna encounter, Sinner triumphed again over Zverev during the group stage of the Nitto ATP Finals. He maintained his momentum and defended his title on home ground successfully.
Indian Wells 2026 SF, Sinner d. Zverev 6-2, 6-4
Sinner carried his stellar form into 2026, showcasing his skills at Indian Wells. He sailed past Zverev in the semi-finals, demonstrating sharp focus and saving the only break point against him to book his place in the desert final.
Miami 2026 SF, Sinner d. Zverev 6-3, 7-6(4)
Just two weeks later in Miami, the match was tightly contested, yet Sinner emerged victorious once again. He held his nerve during crucial moments, extending his winning streak over Zverev before ultimately achieving the ‘Sunshine Double’ with a win against Medvedev in the final.
Monte-Carlo 2026 SF, Sinner d. Zverev 6-1, 6-4
In their latest encounter in Monte-Carlo, the result echoed previous encounters. Sinner maintained his dominance, recording another composed performance that highlighted his incredible prowess at the highest level.
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