Sinner Extends Unbeaten Streak to 20 Masters 1000 Wins, Alcaraz Advances to Semis
Italian tennis sensation Jannik Sinner has achieved a remarkable milestone, becoming the fourth male player to secure 20 consecutive Masters 1000 victories. He joins an elite group comprising Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, and Rafael Nadal. Sinner accomplished this feat by defeating Felix Auger-Aliassime 6-3, 6-4, rebounding from a previous setback that ended his 37-set winning streak. The Italian's resurgence puts him back in contention for the world's top ranking, currently held by Carlos Alcaraz. Sinner expressed his satisfaction with the win, stating, 'I feel like it was a step forward today,' and acknowledged areas for improvement, particularly his serve. He will face Alexander Zverev in the semi-finals, who overcame Joao Fonseca in a grueling match. Meanwhile, defending champion Carlos Alcaraz dominated Alexander Bublik 6-3, 6-0 to advance to the semi-finals, where he will meet hometown favorite Valentin Vacherot. Vacherot made history by becoming the first Monegasque player to reach the semi-finals at Monte Carlo, saving 13 break points to defeat Alex de Minaur. The stage is set for an exciting semi-final showdown between Sinner, Zverev, Alcaraz, and Vacherot, with the world watching as these tennis powerhouses clash.