Jannik Sinner created history by surpassing Novak Djokovic’s long-standing ATP Masters 1000 record during the Miami Open.
The Italian star registered his 25th and 26th consecutive sets at Masters 1000 level with a dominant 6-1, 6-4 win over Corentin Moutet in just 71 minutes.
Sinner had earlier equalled Djokovic’s record of 24 consecutive sets during his opening-round win over Damir Dzumhur. Now, he stands alone at the top with a new benchmark in elite-level consistency.
The world number two has been in sensational form, having already won titles at Indian Wells and Paris without dropping a set. His latest performance further underlines his dominance on hard courts.
“I am very happy. This sport is unpredictable, so we try to stay focused and see what comes next,” Sinner said after the match.
Sunshine Double in sight
Sinner will next face Alex Michelsen in the last 16 as he eyes the rare “Sunshine Double” — winning Indian Wells and Miami in the same season.
The last player to achieve this feat was Roger Federer in 2017.
With Carlos Alcaraz already out of the tournament, Sinner also has a chance to close the gap at the top of the ATP rankings.
Medvedev crashes out in dramatic clash
Elsewhere, former world number one Daniil Medvedev suffered a shock exit in the last 32.
He was beaten 6-0, 4-6, 7-5 by Francisco Cerundolo in a match that also featured an unusual moment involving umpire Mohamed Lahyani.
The official had to climb down from his chair after it became entangled with a spider camera cable, briefly halting play.
Despite the interruption, Cerundolo held his nerve to seal a hard-fought victory.
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