Jannik Sinner's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Jannik Sinner. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Jannik Sinner is a highly accomplished Italian professional tennis player, currently ranked world No. 1. He has won 21 ATP Tour–level singles titles, including four majors: two Australian Open titles, one Wimbledon Championship, and one US Open. Sinner also won the 2024 ATP Finals and played a key role in Italy's Davis Cup victories in 2023 and 2024. He is considered one of the top players in the world.

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1976: Panatta's French Open Final

In 1976, Adriano Panatta reached the French Open final, being the last italian man until Sinner in 2024 to reach a grand slam final.

1976: Italy Wins Davis Cup

In 1976, Italy last won the Davis Cup before Sinner helped secure the title again in 2023 after 47 years.

1978: Panatta at the Italian Open

In 1978, Adriano Panatta was the last Italian man to reach the final of the Italian Open before Sinner in 2025.

1978: Surpassing Barazzutti's Win Record

In 1978, Jannik Sinner surpassed Corrado Barazzutti's record of 54 wins in a season, becoming the Italian man with the most wins for a season in the Open Era.

1986: Lendl's ATP Finals Victory

In 1986, Ivan Lendl won the ATP Finals without losing any set, a feat matched by Sinner in 2024.

1998: Italy Reaches Davis Cup Final

In 1998, Italy reached the Davis Cup final for the first time since then, with Sinner contributing to the victory in 2023.

2000: Youngest to win on debut since Hewitt

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

2001: Hewitt's Debut Win as Major Champion

In 2001, Lleyton Hewitt was the last male player to win his debut event as a major champion before Sinner in 2024.

2001: First Born in 2001 to reach Challenger Final

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

2003: Youngest in Year-End Top 80 Since Nadal

Jannik Sinner finished 2019 at world No. 78, becoming the youngest player in the year-end top 80 since Rafael Nadal in 2003. He was named ATP Newcomer of the Year.

2005: Federer's Season Record

In 2005, Roger Federer completed an entire season without a single straight-set defeat, a feat matched by Sinner in 2024.

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

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

2005: First Debut Quarterfinalist Since Nadal

Jannik Sinner progressed to become the first to make the quarterfinals on debut at the French Open since Rafael Nadal in 2005.

2006: Youngest Quarterfinalist at French Open Since Djokovic

Jannik Sinner progressed to become the youngest quarterfinalist at the French Open since Novak Djokovic in 2006.

2007: Youngest to Reach Quarterfinals of All Majors Since Djokovic

In 2022, Jannik Sinner became the youngest player to reach the quarterfinals of all four major tournaments since Novak Djokovic in 2007-08. He reached the quarterfinals of the US Open, losing to Carlos Alcaraz in a five-set match.

2008: Youngest ATP Title Winner Since Nishikori

After a semifinal at the Cologne Championship, Jannik Sinner won the Sofia Open in 2020 for his first ATP title, becoming the youngest player to win an ATP title since Kei Nishikori in 2008.

2008: National Championship in Giant Slalom

In 2008, at age seven, Jannik Sinner won a national championship in giant slalom.

2009: Youngest ATP 500 Champion Since Category Creation

Jannik Sinner became the youngest ATP 500 and first teen champion since the category was created in 2009.

2011: Djokovic's Davis Cup Singles Loss

In 2011, Juan Martín del Potro was the last player to defeat Novak Djokovic in a Davis Cup singles match, before Sinner did so.

2011: First Alternate to win since Tipsarevic

Jannik Sinner became the first alternate to win a match since Janko Tipsarević in London in 2011.

2018: Djokovic's Australian Open Defeat

In 2018, prior to Sinner's victory in 2024, Novak Djokovic last experienced a defeat at the Australian Open.

February 2019: First ATP Challenger Title in Bergamo

In February 2019, at the age of 17 years and 6 months, Jannik Sinner won his first ATP Challenger title in Bergamo, becoming the first person born in 2001 to reach a Challenger final.

2019: Next Generation ATP Finals Win and Newcomer of the Year

In 2019, Jannik Sinner won the Next Generation ATP Finals and was awarded the ATP Newcomer of the Year award.

2020: First Major Match Win and Top 10 Victory

In 2020, Jannik Sinner recorded his first major match win at the Australian Open and earned his first top 10 victory against David Goffin at the Rotterdam Open.

August 2021: Citi Open Title and Top 15 Ranking

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

2021: Sofia Open Title Defense and Fifth Career Title

In 2021, Jannik Sinner successfully defended his title at the Sofia Open and won his fifth career title at the European Open. He became the youngest man to win five ATP titles since Novak Djokovic.

2021: Berrettini at Wimbledon

In 2021, Matteo Berrettini reached the Wimbledon Championships, being the second italian man until Sinner in 2024 to reach a grand slam final.

October 2022: First Player in Naples since Musetti to win without dropping set.

Jannik Sinner became the first player since Lorenzo Musetti in October 2022 to win a tour-level title in Naples without having dropped a single set.

2022: Nadal Wins Australian Open

In 2022, Rafael Nadal also won the Australian Open after losing the first two sets in the final against Daniil Medvedev.

2023: Davis Cup Victory

In 2023, Jannik Sinner led Italy to win the Davis Cup.

2023: First Win Against Djokovic and ATP Finals

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

2023: Miami Semifinal Win

In 2023, Jannik Sinner won against Carlos Alcaraz in the Miami semifinal.

2023: First Masters 1000 Title and Davis Cup Leadership

In 2023, Jannik Sinner won his first Masters 1000 title at the Canadian Open, reached the final of the ATP Finals, and led Italy to the Davis Cup crown.

2023: ATP Awards and Davis Cup Victory

In 2023, Sinner received the Most Improved Player of the Year award and voted the Fans' Favorite at the ATP Awards. He also made his debut in the Davis Cup, helping Italy win the title for the second time after 47 years. His coaches won the Coach of the Year award. Sinner also received the award for Best Tennis Player at the Supertennis Awards.

2023: Sinner Disrupts Medvedev's Streak

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

June 2024: Honorary Citizenship of Sexten

In June 2024, Jannik Sinner received honorary citizenship of Sexten, where he grew up.

2024: World No. 1 Ranking

After Novak Djokovic withdrew from the 2024 French Open on June 4 and following the conclusion of the tournament, Sinner became world No. 1 for the first time on June 10, becoming the first Italian to hold the top position in the rankings.

2024: Forbes 30 Under 30 and Time 100 Next

In 2024, Forbes named Jannik Sinner on their 30 Under 30 Europe list, and Time named him on their Time 100 Next list.

2024: Year-End No. 1 Ranking and Multiple Titles

In 2024, Jannik Sinner achieved the world No. 1 ranking, including the year-end No. 1. He won multiple ATP Tour-level singles titles, including two Australian Open titles, one Wimbledon Championship, one US Open, and the ATP Finals. In 2024, Sinner also led Italy to the Davis Cup crown.

2024: Australian Open and Shanghai Masters Wins

In 2024, Jannik Sinner won against Novak Djokovic in the Australian Open semifinal and the Shanghai Masters final.

2024: Australian Open Win and World No. 1 Ranking

In 2024, Jannik Sinner won the Australian Open by defeating Novak Djokovic and Daniil Medvedev. He went on to win three Masters 1000 events, the US Open, and the ATP Finals, finishing the year as world No. 1.

2024: Australian Open and Wimbledon Quarterfinals

In 2024, Jannik Sinner won the Australian Open final against Daniil Medvedev after being down two sets, claiming his first major title. They also met at the Wimbledon quarterfinals, which Medvedev won, and the US Open quarterfinal, which Sinner won.

2024: Year-End No.1 and ATP Finals Champion

In 2024, Sinner became the year-end world No.1, becoming the first Italian player in history to achieve this ranking, winning the Shanghai Masters, and won the season's ATP Finals in Turin, Italy.

2024: Career High Ranking and Winning Streak

In 2024, Sinner reached a career-high world No. 3 ranking, becoming the highest-ranked Italian player in history and recorded his 17th consecutive match win, the longest ATP level streak for an Italian player in the Open Era.

2024: Davis Cup Victory and Season Record

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

2024: Highest Prize Money in ATP History

With a 2024 total prize money of $4,881,500, Jannik Sinner received the highest prize money in ATP history.

2025: 2025 Matches

In 2025, Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz played major finals where Sinner lost in the Italian Open final and the French Open but won at Wimbledon.

2025: Australian Open Win, French Open Runner-up, and Wimbledon Victory

In 2025, Jannik Sinner defended his title at the Australian Open and finished runner-up at the French Open. He then won Wimbledon, becoming the first Italian to win the title.