Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz's Incredible Grand Slam Streak Ends
Summary
Jannik Sinner’s 30-match winning streak ended when he lost in the second round of the 2026 French Open. This loss ended the recent dominance of Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, who together had won nine straight Grand Slam tennis titles. Novak Djokovic remains a strong contender at the tournament.Key Facts
- The "Big 4" men’s tennis players were Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, and Andy Murray.
- Federer retired in 2022 and Nadal retired in 2024.
- Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner have won the last nine Grand Slam tournaments between them.
- Alcaraz has recently been out due to a wrist injury and withdrew from the 2026 French Open and Wimbledon.
- Sinner was the favorite to win the 2026 French Open but lost in the second round to Juan Manuel Cerundolo.
- This loss ended Sinner’s 30-match winning streak.
- Novak Djokovic was the last player other than Sinner or Alcaraz to win a major; he holds the record with 24 Grand Slam titles.
- Djokovic is seeded third at the current French Open and will play Joao Fonseca in the third round.
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