World No.1 Jannik Sinner continues to have Novak Djokovic’s number in 2024, defeating the 24-time Grand Slam champion 6-2, 6-7, 6-4 in a thrilling semifinal at the Six Kings Slam exhibition in Riyadh. Although the match won’t affect their official head-to-head record, Sinner’s victory extends his winning streak over Djokovic to four matches this year—three of which have been official tour encounters.
Sinner, who’s been in scintillating form, dominated the first set in under 30 minutes. Djokovic clawed back in the second with a flawless tiebreak, but Sinner regained control in the final set, capitalizing on a late break to seal the win. Despite Djokovic struggling with a shoulder issue, he fought valiantly but couldn’t stop Sinner’s momentum.
The Italian’s rise to dominance has caught the attention of the tennis world, especially after a crushing 6-0, 6-3 win over Daniil Medvedev in the quarterfinals. Medvedev, once considering Carlos Alcaraz the best player on tour, now seems to be rethinking that claim after being handed a bagel by Sinner for the first time since 2020.
As Sinner prepares for his final against Alcaraz, his remarkable form in 2024 continues to solidify his status as the player to beat. With his rivalry with Djokovic heating up and Medvedev now questioning who truly sits atop the tennis world, the Italian’s reign as World No.1 looks stronger than ever.
