Jannik Sinner’s Winning Streak Comes To An End As Carlos Alcaraz Wins The 2024 China Open

Jannik Sinner’s winning streak was abruptly ended by rival Carlos Alcaraz in the 2024 China Open final in Beijing on Wednesday.  

The World No. 1 lost out in a tennis epic in the Chinese capital 7-6 (8-6) 4-6 6-7 (3-7) to the 21-year-old Spaniard. It took three hours and 21 minutes to decide the blockbuster affair.

Sinner went into the match having won his last 15 games. Now, the Italian will have to start from scratch. However, he has enjoyed a fantastic year and claimed both the Australian and US Open titles.

For Alcaraz, he now leads the head-to-head battle 6-4 against Sinner. The new World No. 2 has won his last three matches on the bounce against his rival.

Jannik Sinner’s Winning Streak Ended After Beijing Blockbuster

Jannik Sinner’s winning streak started back in August. He beat Alex Michelsen in straight-sets at the Cincinnati Masters and hadn’t looked back. He went on to win the tournament dropping just two sets.

At the US Open, the 23-year-old took no prisoners as he stormed his way to his second Grand Slam of 2024. Taylor Fritz was brushed aside in straight-sets in the final in New York.

Taro Daniel is Sinner’s next opponent in the Shanghai Masters on Thursday. Many will expect the World No. 1 to return to winning ways against the 31-year-old Japanese player.

We are privileged to live this rivalry.

We can only learn from Jannik & Carlos.

Forza 🦊🇪🇸👏pic.twitter.com/FLcnRSkJ9o

— Janniksin_Updates (@JannikSinner_Up) October 2, 2024

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Carlos Alcaraz Reserves Special Praise For Jannik Sinner

After the Beijing blockbuster, Carlos Alcaraz was quick to praise Jannik Sinner. The Spaniard holds the upper hand against his rival overall but the 21-year-old shared his kind thoughts.

“I’d like to start with Jannik. What can I say about you. The year you’re having is unbelievable. You deserve it. With your team and the work you put in every day,” Alcaraz explained.

“I’ve seen you working when I come to the club. You’re really really humble. That makes you an even better success. During your whole career and this year, I’d like to congratulate you and your team for great work and great tennis you’re playing.

“For me, even more important, you and the people around you are great people. I respect you a lot as a player but even more as a person.”