Jannik Sinner responds with humility after surpassing Rafael Nadal’s record in Madrid
Jannik Sinner has spoken out after reaching another milestone following his recent win at the Madrid Open. Sinner secured a 6-2, 6-3 victory over Elmer Moller, booking his place in the fourth round.
Photo by Jean Catuffe/Getty Images Jannik Sinner has spoken out after reaching another milestone following his recent win at the Madrid Open. Sinner secured a 6-2, 6-3 victory over Elmer Moller, booking his place in the fourth round. The win also pushed him past Rafael Nadal’s record of 23 straight wins at this level, something Sinner acknowledged after the match.
Photo By Oscar J. Barroso/Europa Press via Getty Images Sinner addresses Big Three comparisons Sinner is now past Nadal’s best run of wins at Masters 1000 level and is moving closer to the records held by Djokovic (31) and Federer (29). Speaking after his latest win, Sinner said he didn’t feel comfortable being compared to that trio just yet.
“No, not really,” said Sinner. “I always said, and I continue to say, I don’t, I cannot compare myself with these names. They did so much stuff in their career, I’m just in the beginning.
Yeah, they are different level, you know. “For me, I’m happy to be here. I’m happy to play as many matches as possible.