Alcaraz and Sinner to Clash in Monte-Carlo Masters Final with World No1 at Stake

Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner have both secured spots in the Monte-Carlo Masters final, setting up their first encounter of 2026. Sinner dominated Alexander Zverev 6-1 6-4, while Alcaraz overcame Valentin Vacherot 6-4 6-4. The highly anticipated final, to be broadcast live on Sky Sports Tennis, will not only determine the tournament champion but also the new World No1. Sinner has now won 21 consecutive matches in Masters events and 42 of his last 43 sets. He also achieved his eighth consecutive win and 11th consecutive sets won against Zverev. This will be Sinner's 12th Masters final, second on clay, and first in Monte-Carlo. Alcaraz, on the other hand, has won 16 consecutive matches and 38 of his last 40. Sinner expressed his happiness, stating that finding himself in the final means a lot to him, and he felt solid from the beginning. Jamie Murray described Sinner's performance as flawless, complete domination with winners flying off his racket. Alcaraz, the defending champion, ended Vacherot's impressive run in the semi-finals, striking first in the opening set and eventually winning 6-4 6-4. Alcaraz said it's the dream spot for everyone, and he's excited about his first meeting with Sinner this year. The final promises to be a thrilling encounter with the World No1 title on the line.