Alexander Zverev’s quest for a Grand Slam title remains unfulfilled as Jannik Sinner defended his Australian Open crown with a dominant 6-3, 7-6(4), 6-3 victory. The German star was left reflecting on his performance, admitting, “I’m just not good enough. It’s as simple as that.”
Sinner, the world No. 1, delivered a masterclass on Sunday, becoming the first player since Rafael Nadal in 2017 to win a major final without facing a break point. His precise serving and aggressive baseline play proved too much for Zverev, who couldn’t match the Italian’s consistency and firepower.
During the trophy ceremony, Sinner shared a heartfelt tribute to his coach, Darren Cahill, in what could be their final Australian Open together. “We worked so hard to be here. It’s an amazing feeling to share this moment with you,” he said, celebrating his third Grand Slam title at just 23 years old.
For Zverev, the defeat marks his third major final loss, leaving him visibly frustrated. A key moment came in the second-set tiebreak, where Sinner benefited from a fortunate net cord before sealing the set with a crushing forehand. Zverev smashed his racquet in frustration, unable to turn the tide.
Despite the heartbreak, Zverev vowed to keep fighting. “I don’t know if I’ll ever be able to lift the trophy, but I’ll keep coming back. I’ll keep trying,” he said.
As Sinner continues his dominance on hard courts, Zverev’s journey for his maiden Grand Slam title persists, fueled by resilience and determination.
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