Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner have conquered the men's tennis by storm! The two young guns have shared all Major titles in 2024 and 2025, introducing the new era and leaving everyone behind.
The Spaniard and the Italian are far in front of all the opponents on the ATP ranking list, fighting for the notable titles and the ATP throne. Carlos reflected on the significance of his rivalry with Jannik after besting him in the US Open final.
The 22-year-old admitted that much of his preparation is engineeredwith Sinner in mind, as the Italian stands as the ultimate measure of his progress and development.
Their duels have become the benchmark for intensity and quality in the sport. They are not always at the highest level, but those matches force both stars to constantly seek improvements.
According to Alcaraz, each encounter pushes him to discover new dimensions of his game and areas for improvements. It's a challenge that drives his daily work on the practice court.
The rivalry, though fierce and intense, carries a sense of mutual respect, providing the right role model for the upcoming tennis stars. Carlos highlighted the special nature of competing against someone of Jannik's caliber.
The Spaniard acknowledged how much more rewarding it feels to trade Major titles with such a worthy opponent. With that attitude on both sides, it will be hard to take anything away from them in 2026!
In a landscape where the two young stars are already separating themselves from the pack, Alcaraz sees their battleas a test of current skills and an engine of growth.
Thus, their rivalry goes beyond regular victories - it represents evolution, legacy and sharing the sport's biggest stages with someone who follows his hunger and values.
"My training mainly focuses on seeing how I can improve to beat Jannik. We push each other to the limit every time we play. It's a special rivalry, and it's great to share Major titles with him and strive for big goals," Carlos Alcaraz said.
