“Jannik Sinner Beats Carlos Alcaraz Back-to-Back, Boosts ATP Finals Hopes”

Jannik Sinner scored a morale-boosting win over Carlos Alcaraz in a 6-3 practice set ahead of the ATP Finals in Turin.

Despite Alcaraz dominating their recent clashes—winning seven of their last eight meetings, including the US Open final—Sinner’s recent form, highlighted by victories at the Vienna Open and Paris Masters, has him brimming with confidence.

Both players treated fans to some spectacular shots, giving a glimpse of the thrilling battles expected at the ATP Finals, running from November 9 to 16. The two stars, hailed as the “New Two” following the era of Djokovic, Federer, and Nadal, continue to share mutual respect despite their fierce rivalry, with Alcaraz leading their head-to-head 10-5.

Sinner will defend his ATP Finals crown in the Bjorn Borg Group alongside Alexander Zverev, Ben Shelton, and either Lorenzo Musetti or Felix Auger-Aliassime. Alcaraz is in the Jimmy Connors Group with Novak Djokovic, Taylor Fritz, and Alex de Minaur, opening against Djokovic. Fans can expect high-octane tennis as both stars aim to finish the season on a high.

ATP Finals 2025 Groups:

Jimmy Connors Group: Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic, Taylor Fritz, Alex de Minaur
Bjorn Borg Group: Jannik Sinner, Alexander Zverev, Ben Shelton, Lorenzo Musetti or Felix Auger-Aliassime