Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Jannik Sinner

Discover the career path of Jannik Sinner, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Jannik Sinner is a highly accomplished Italian professional tennis player, currently holding the world No. 1 ranking. He is the first Italian to achieve this feat. Sinner boasts an impressive record of 19 ATP singles titles, including major victories at the 2024 and 2025 Australian Opens, the 2024 US Open, and the 2024 ATP Finals. He has also secured four Masters 1000 titles. Furthermore, Sinner played a crucial role in leading Italy to claim the Davis Cup titles in both 2023 and 2024, solidifying his status as a top player and a national icon.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1978: Most wins for a season in the Open Era

At the Shanghai Masters 2023, Jannik Sinner recorded his 55th win over Andrey Rublev to reach his fourth ATP 500 career final in Vienna and became the first Italian man with the most wins for a season in the Open Era, surpassing Corrado Barazzutti's 54 mark in 1978.

1998: Italy reaches Davis Cup final

In 1998, Italy reached the Davis Cup final for the first time since that year, thanks in part to Jannik Sinner's contributions in the semifinal.

2000: Youngest to win an ATP Finals match on debut since Hewitt

In November 2021, Jannik Sinner became the youngest player to win an ATP Finals match on debut since Lleyton Hewitt in Lisbon in 2000.

2001: First person born in 2001 to reach Challenger final

In February 2019, Jannik Sinner became the first person born in 2001 to reach a Challenger final. He later won it.

2003: Youngest player in year-end top 80 since Nadal

In 2019, Jannik Sinner finished the year at world No. 78, becoming the youngest player in the year-end top 80 since Rafael Nadal in 2003.

2005: Youngest to win back-to-back ATP titles since Nadal

In 2021, Jannik Sinner became the youngest to win back-to-back ATP titles since Rafael Nadal in 2005.

2007: Youngest player to reach the quarterfinals of all four major tournaments since Djokovic

At the 2022 US Open, Jannik Sinner became the youngest player to reach the quarterfinals of all four major tournaments since Novak Djokovic in 2007–08.

2008: National Championship in Giant Slalom

In 2008, at the age of seven, Jannik Sinner won a national championship in giant slalom, showcasing his early talent in skiing.

2009: Youngest ATP 500 Champion Since 2009

At the 2021 Citi Open, Jannik Sinner became the youngest ATP 500 champion since the category was created in 2009 and also the first teen champion.

2011: First alternate to win a match since Tipsarević

In November 2021, Jannik Sinner became the first alternate to win a match in the ATP Finals since Janko Tipsarević in London in 2011.

2012: National Runner-Up in Skiing

In 2012, at the age of 11, Jannik Sinner became a national runner-up in skiing, demonstrating continued success in his junior skiing career.

2018: Djokovic's First Defeat at the Australian Open Since 2018

In 2018, Sinner's victory over Djokovic marked Djokovic's first defeat at the Australian Open since that year.

February 2019: First ATP Challenger Title in Bergamo

In February 2019, Jannik Sinner, at 17 years old, won his first ATP Challenger title in Bergamo, becoming the youngest Italian to achieve this milestone. He rose to No. 324 in ATP rankings as a result.

2019: Sponsorship Deals with Nike and Head

In 2019, at age 17, Jannik Sinner signed sponsorship deals with Nike and Head for tennis footwear, apparel, and equipment.

2020: "What's Kept You Moving" Mental Health Initiative

During the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, Jannik Sinner launched the "What's Kept You Moving" mental health initiative, interviewing young athletes about mental health challenges in sports.

2020: First Matches Against Daniil Medvedev

In 2020, Jannik Sinner and Daniil Medvedev began their rivalry, meeting a total of 15 times. Initially, Medvedev dominated, winning the first six matches.

2020: Global Ambassador Contract with Rolex and Sponsorship with Alfa Romeo

In 2020, at age 18, Jannik Sinner signed a global ambassador contract with Rolex and a sponsorship contract with Alfa Romeo.

2020: Carrying over Success from 2020

Jannik Sinner carried over his success from late 2020 into the start of the 2021 season.

August 2021: Citi Open Title in Washington, D.C.

In August 2021, Jannik Sinner won the Citi Open in Washington, D.C., securing his third title and first ATP 500 title. He also entered the top 15 in the ATP rankings.

November 2021: ATP Finals Debut and Top 10 Finish

In November 2021, Jannik Sinner debuted at the ATP Finals in Turin after Matteo Berrettini withdrew. He defeated Hubert Hurkacz and finished the year at world No. 10 on November 22, 2021.

2021: First Encounter with Novak Djokovic

In 2021, Jannik Sinner and Novak Djokovic first met at the Monte-Carlo Masters, with Djokovic winning.

2021: Signs with Intesa Sanpaolo

In 2021, Jannik Sinner signed a sponsorship agreement with Intesa Sanpaolo.

2021: ATP Title at the Great Ocean Road Open

In 2021, Jannik Sinner won his second career ATP title at the Great Ocean Road Open, defeating Karen Khachanov in the semifinals after saving a match point.

February 2022: Ends Collaboration with Piatti and Team

In February 2022, Jannik Sinner ended his long collaboration with Piatti and his team and began training with Simone Vagnozzi, Umberto Ferrara, and a physiotherapist.

July 2022: Darren Cahill Joins Sinner's Team

In July 2022, Darren Cahill officially joined Jannik Sinner's coaching team.

2022: "An Ace for Research" Initiative and Visit to Candiolo Cancer Institute

In 2022, Jannik Sinner became the face of the "An Ace for Research" initiative for cancer research, committing to donations for cancer diagnosis lasers and later visiting The Candiolo Cancer Institute.

2022: Release of Comic Book

In 2022, Jannik Sinner released "Piccoli grandi campioni: Il manuale illustrato del tennis di Jannik Sinner" through Panini Comics, an illustrated tennis manual for children.

2022: New Sponsorship Contracts with Nike, Gucci, and Lavazza

In 2022, Jannik Sinner signed a $150 million sponsorship contract with Nike for ten years and became the face of Gucci and Lavazza.

2023: Winning Streak

Dating back to the 2023 China Open, prior to his defeat to Carlos Alcaraz, Sinner won 36 of his previous 38 matches.

2023: Partnership with Formula 1

In 2023, Jannik Sinner partnered with Formula 1 to attract a younger audience to the motorsport.

2023: Awards and Davis Cup Debut

In 2023, Jannik Sinner received the Most Improved Player of the Year award and was voted the Fans' Favorite at the ATP Awards. His coaches, Darren Cahill and Simone Vagnozzi, were also awarded Coach of the Year. Sinner was also awarded Best Tennis Player at the Supertennis Awards. Additionally, he made his debut in the Davis Cup, helping Italy win the title, defeating Tallon Griekspoor and defeating Novak Djokovic.

2023: First Win Against Novak Djokovic

In 2023, Jannik Sinner recorded his first win against Novak Djokovic at the ATP Finals, although Djokovic won the final match of the tournament.

2023: Hiring of Giacomo Naldi

In early 2023, Giacomo Naldi was hired as Jannik Sinner's personal physiotherapist.

2023: Sinner Disrupts Medvedev's Dominance

In late 2023, Jannik Sinner ended Daniil Medvedev's winning streak by winning the next five matches, beginning to level the head-to-head record.

September 2024: Changes in Fitness and Physiotherapy Team

In September 2024, Jannik Sinner replaced Umberto Ferrara and Giacomo Naldi with Marco Panichi and Ulises Badio, previously associated with Novak Djokovic. He also collaborates with osteopath Andrea Cipolla.

September 2024: Ambassador for 2026 Winter Olympics

In September 2024, Jannik Sinner was announced as the ambassador for the 2026 Winter Olympics volunteer program.

2024: Continued Success in 2024

In 2024, Jannik Sinner achieved his 200th singles win in the quarterfinals of the Rotterdam Open, became the highest-ranked Italian player in history, and recorded the longest ATP level streak for an Italian player in the Open Era.

2024: High-Profile Matches Against Daniil Medvedev

In 2024, Jannik Sinner and Daniil Medvedev played notable matches, including the Australian Open final (won by Sinner), Wimbledon quarterfinals (won by Medvedev), and the US Open quarterfinal (won by Sinner).

2024: Victories at the Australian Open and other major events

In 2024, Jannik Sinner defeated Novak Djokovic at the Australian Open and subsequently won against Daniil Medvedev in the final to clinch his first major title. He then proceeded to win three Masters 1000 events, the US Open, and the ATP Finals, culminating in his achievement of becoming the world No. 1.

2024: Sinner Secures Davis Cup Title and Season Achievement

In 2024, Jannik Sinner ended the season by defeating Netherlands' Tallon Griekspoor in the Davis Cup final, winning Italy's second consecutive title. He completed the season without a single straight-set defeat.

2024: Notable Matches Against Novak Djokovic

In 2024, Jannik Sinner played notable matches against Novak Djokovic, including the Australian Open semifinal (won by Sinner) and the Shanghai Masters final (won by Sinner).

2024: Multiple major titles and Davis Cup

In 2024, Jannik Sinner secured major titles at the Australian Open and the US Open, as well as the ATP Finals, and led Italy to claim their second consecutive Davis Cup title.

2024: Ascension to World No. 1

In 2024, Jannik Sinner withdrew from the Madrid Masters and the Italian Open due to a hip injury. Following Novak Djokovic's withdrawal from the French Open, Sinner became world No. 1 on June 10, marking the first time an Italian player (male or female) has held the top position in the rankings. Sinner lost in the semifinal to Alcaraz in five sets.

2024: Victory at the 2024 Miami Open

In 2024, Jannik Sinner won his second Master's 1000 title at the Miami Open, defeating Grigor Dimitrov in the final. This victory propelled him to a career-high ranking of No. 2 in the world and improved his 2024 ATP match record to 22–1.

2024: Sinner Wins the 2024 US Open

In 2024, Jannik Sinner won his second major at the US Open, defeating Daniil Medvedev in the quarterfinals, Jack Draper in the semifinals, and Taylor Fritz in the final. He dedicated his win to his aunt and became the youngest man to win both hard-court majors in the same year.

2024: Triumph at the Cincinnati Open

In 2024, Jannik Sinner won the Cincinnati Open, defeating Frances Tiafoe in the championship. This victory marked his second 1000 masters title of the year and fifth title overall.

2024: Triumph at Halle Open and Wimbledon Championships

In 2024, Jannik Sinner won the Halle Open, his debut tournament as world No. 1, becoming just the eighth male player to achieve this feat. At the Wimbledon Championships, Sinner reached the quarterfinals but lost to Daniil Medvedev after a medical timeout for illness.

2024: Partnership with La-Roche Posay

In 2024, L’Oréal’s skincare brand La-Roche Posay appointed Jannik Sinner as their global brand advocate to promote sun protection awareness.

2024: Sinner Reaches Final at 2024 China Open

In 2024, Sinner reached the final of the China Open, defeating Nicolas Jarry, Roman Safiullin, Jiří Lehečka, and Yunchaokete Bu, but lost to Carlos Alcaraz in three sets.

2024: Year-End World No.1 and ATP Finals Victory

In 2024, after defeating Tomáš Machač in the Shanghai Masters semifinal, Sinner was confirmed as the year-end world No.1, becoming the first Italian player in history to achieve this ranking. He then won the championship against Novak Djokovic and the season's ATP Finals in Turin, Italy, by defeating Fritz, marking the first time an Italian player won the title.

May 2025: Reaching the Final of the Italian Open

In May 2025, Jannik Sinner reached the final of the Italian Open, becoming the first Italian man to do so since Adriano Panatta in 1978. Sinner was defeated in the final by Carlos Alcaraz in straight sets.

2025: Sinner Defends Australian Open Title in 2025

In 2025, Jannik Sinner entered the Australian Open as the defending champion and successfully defended his title, defeating Alexander Zverev in the championship match on 26 January.