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Published 17:11 IST, January 26th 2025

Defending Champion Jannik Sinner Prevails At Australian Open Summit Clash, Routs Zverev In Straight Sets

Jannik Sinner won the Australian Open for the 2nd time in a row. In the final, he defeated Alexander Zverev 6-3, 7-6 (4), 6-3, outplaying and frustrating him.

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Jannik Sinner of Italy poses with the Norman Brookes Challenge Cup after defeating Alexander Zverev of Germany in the men's singles final at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne | Image: AP Photo

Jannik Sinner showcased who was the better man in the Australian Open as he puulled off a spectacular win at the Australian Open. The number one seeded Italian tennis star ran rampant like a freight train and steamrolled all his opponents to reach the final. Sinner has held the No. 1 spot since last June and is not showing any signs of relinquishing it. He continues his strong form in the tournament and raced past Zverev to successfully defend his title.

Jannik Sinner Defeats Alexander Zverev, Wins 2nd Australian Open Title In A Row

Defending champion Jannik Sinner has successfully defeated Alexander Zverev in the Australian Open men's Singles Final. At the Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne Park, Sinner claimed his second consecutive AO championship without facing a single break point as he outplayed Zverev for a 6-3, 7-6 (4), 6-3 win in the summit clash. The 23-year-old Tennis player from Italy is the youngest one to win the Australian Open Grand Slam title two years in a row since Jim Courier in 1992-93.

Jannik Sinner of Italy celebrates after defeating Alexander Zverev of Germany in the men's singles final at the Australian Open tennis championship in Melbourne | Image: AP Photo

“It’s amazing to achieve these things,” Sinner said post-match, and his confidence grew stronger after the win.

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Alexander Zverev Showcases Class, Pays Respect To His Competitor At AO Summit Clash

Pressure mounted on Alexander Zverev as he was handed a major setback at the hands of defending champion Jannik Sinner. The German tennis star looked frustrated at several instances as he could not pull of a breakthrough against the no. 1 seeded Italian tennis star. But he conveyed his respect to the victor, who pulled off a solid victory to open the 2025 season. The number two-ranked star had a special message for Sinner after their match at the Rod Laver Arena in Melbourne Park, Australia. 

“You’re the best player in the world, by far. I was hoping that I could be more of a competitor today, but you’re just too good. It’s as simple as that,” Zverev said in the on-court trophy ceremony.

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[With AP Inputs]

Updated 19:06 IST, January 26th 2025