Jannik Sinner faces Alexander Zverev in the Australian Open final as the World No 1 bids for back-to-back men’s singles titles in Melbourne.
Sinner, 23, won his first grand slam at the Australian Open last year when he came from two sets down to defeat Daniil Medvedev and the Italian has since underlined his status as the best player in the world.
Zverev progressed to a first Australian Open final after an injured Novak Djokovic dramatically retired from their semi-final on Friday, but the German is a strong contender to win his first grand slam.
The big-serving 27-year-old has the advantage of playing just 82 minutes against Djokovic, while Sinner needed much longer to defeat Ben Shelton and did not finish his semi-final until after midnight local time.
Zverev has lost his two previous grand slam final appearances while Sinner is on a 20-match winning streak at the hard court grand slams. But Zverev was the last player to beat him, at the US Open in 2023.
Follow the latest updates from the Australian Open final in our live blog below:
Jannik Sinner v Alexander Zverev: Australian Open final latest updates
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Jannik Sinner faces Alexander Zverev in Australian Open final
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SECOND SET! Sinner wins tiebreak to take two-set lead over Zverev
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FIRST SET! Sinner turns it on against Zverev to win opening set 6-3
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World No 1 Sinner defends last year’s title and aims for third grand slam win
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Zverev out to claim first grand slam triumph after two previous final defeats
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Second seed Zverev advanced after Novak Djokovic retired injured in semi-finals
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
10:45 , Jamie Braidwood
SINNER WINS SECOND SET! Jannik Sinner 6-3 7-6 Alexander Zverev
ACE from Sinner. Two set points for the Italian!
And he takes the two-set lead! Sinner paints the line with a forehand winner! A beauty of a forehand winner to take the tiebreak.
Zverev is so upset. His smashes his rackets into his bag. Obviously, that net-cord must be playing in his mind.
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
10:43 , Jamie Braidwood
*Jannik Sinner 6-3 6-6 Alexander Zverev – TIEBREAK
HUGE first serve from Sinner to get 4-3 ahead. But the Italian would want his return back on the next point, opening his racket to send the forehand out on the Zverev second serve!
Sinner with the dead net-cord! Huge slice of luck for Sinner as his forehand strike clips the top of the net and leaves Zverev beaten! A big swing, and Sinner will have a 5-4 lead, with two serves to come.
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
10:41 , Jamie Braidwood
*Jannik Sinner 6-3 6-6 Alexander Zverev – TIEBREAK
Zverev plays close to the lines and comes out on top in the long rally, to earn the first mini-break against the Sinner serve.
But Zverev then hands it straight back as he pushes long on the forehand. An unforced error from Zverev at a critical time.
Sinner steps inside the baseline and Zverev fires out on the forehand! Zverev is frustrated with that.
Now Sinner has the chance to move a step ahead. Zverev finds the return, but Sinner squeezes out the error on the forehand
3-3 at the change of ends.
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
10:36 , Jamie Braidwood
*Jannik Sinner 6-3 6-6 Alexander Zverev – TIEBREAK
Just ridiculous numbers from Sinner when he finds his first serve. The Italian has won 15 points in a row in this second set when he gets his first serve in play. A few more of them in the tiebreak and he will like his chances of moving two sets up.
Both players have won three tiebreaks during their run to the Australian Open final.
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
10:35 , Jamie Braidwood
Sinner holds! *Jannik Sinner 6-3 6-6 Alexander Zverev
Sinner picks a bad time for his second double fault of the match and then slumps a drop shot into the net. Zverev has a look at 30-30 after Sinner lead 30-0.
Sinner’s first serves have disappeared all of a sudden… POINT OF THE MATCH! EXTRAORDINARY, SINNER WINS AN EPIC RALLY!
Amazing. Sinner went back to the drop shot, but Zverev found the lob and then put Sinner on the back foot. Sinner moves so well, though, and finds the backhand winner down the line.
Zverev nets and Sinner passes a bit test to get through to the tiebreak!
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
10:28 , Jamie Braidwood
Zverev holds! *Jannik Sinner 6-3 5-6 Alexander Zverev
Zverev gets through to a tiebreak at least. A massive forehand strike gets him over the line. Sinner will have to hold to join him.
There are signs Zverev is looking a bit more comfortable in the final, and in deadling with the longer points.
Sinner loves to step it up in the tiebreaks, though. If he can get there.
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
10:24 , Jamie Braidwood
Sinner holds! Jannik Sinner 6-3 5-5 Alexander Zverev*
Oh but look at this! Zverev is able to get to 0-30, as the Italian can’t find the first serves and makes a couple of errors!
Suddenly Zverev is two points from the set, but Sinner controls the forehand winner and then slams the serve down the middle. Zverev can only get a racket to it.
Another first serve from Sinner – he has not lost a point on it all set. Game point: Zverev nets on the backhand!
Sinner holds with four points in a row from 0-30.
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
10:19 , Jamie Braidwood
Zverev holds! *Jannik Sinner 6-3 4-5 Alexander Zverev
Zverev gets his easiest hold for a while and moves a game away from the second set. Technically, there is more pressure now on the Sinner serve but he has been unflappable so far. A tiebreak is looking likely.
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
10:16 , Jamie Braidwood
Sinner holds! Jannik Sinner 6-3 4-4 Alexander Zverev*
If Zverev is seeing signs of physical wear from Sinner between games, there’s no evidence during points. The World No 1 finds the forehand pass on the opening point and cruises to another hold.
Zverev has to make this match as long as possible but Sinner is ticking off the service games very comfortably.
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
10:11 , Jamie Braidwood
Zverev holds! *Jannik Sinner 6-3 3-4 Alexander Zverev
It was at this stage in the first set where Sinner started to pull away. Zverev produces the ace but Sinner finds a great angle on the crosscourt backhand to look at 30-30.
He’ll get a look at a second serve too. Sinner goes for the drop shot… but there’s not enough on it and Zverev makes the backhand down the line.
And Zverev closes out the hold with a wicked body serve that jumped up at Sinner. The Italian goes long.
And once again, Sinner looks a bit uncomfortable returning to his bench. He holds at his upper left leg, in the hamstring area.
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
10:06 , Jamie Braidwood
Sinner holds! Jannik Sinner 6-3 3-3 Alexander Zverev*
Finally some joy for Zverev against the Sinner serve. The Italian makes his first double fault of the match and then Zverev finds a long rally, holding firm on the baseline as Sinner nets.
Sinner turns to the drop shot for the second time in this game. Zverev can’t reach it in time, and nets. Zverev swipes again, as he nets on the slice. Sinner holds and is yet to face a break point behind serve.
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
10:00 , Jamie Braidwood
Zverev holds! *Jannik Sinner 6-3 2-3 Alexander Zverev
Zverev is starting to take swipes of frustration, as the unforced errors rack up. But he steadies on serve after making a double fault. On 40-30, he follows in his forehand and ducks as Sinner goes long on the backhand.
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
09:56 , Jamie Braidwood
Sinner holds! Jannik Sinner 6-3 2-2 Alexander Zverev*
Sinner looks fine as his first serve finds its mark and gets the forehand strike into play. He holds to love as Zverev pushes long on the backhand return.
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
09:52 , Jamie Braidwood
Zverev holds! *Jannik Sinner 6-3 1-2 Alexander Zverev
Sinner can’t keep the angled volley in play as Zverev gets out of trouble behind serve on deuce to get the hold.
Was that a slight limp from Sinner as he sat down on the changeover?
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
09:50 , Jamie Braidwood
Break points saved! Jannik Sinner 6-3 1-1 Alexander Zverev*
More problems for Zverev at the net! Sinner is just blasting the ball at Zverev when he approaches, and the volleys are breaking down.
0-30. Sinner worked himself in a strong position with the depth to Zverev’s backhand, but then nets on the forehand.
DOUBLE FAULT from Zverev! What a time to make your first double fault of the match, as it brings up two break points.
Oooof. Zverev controls the smash and keeps it inside the baseline, but only just. One saved. Sinner asks questions as he slides on the defence. Zverev puts away a second smash.
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
09:46 , Jamie Braidwood
Sinner holds! Jannik Sinner 6-3 1-1 Alexander Zverev*
Sinner won 79% of points on serve in the first set. If you’re winning four of every five, you’re going to get routine holds.
And that’s exactly what he does in the opening game of the second. Zverev needs to try doing something different on the returns, as he’s not makinng an impact at all.
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
09:41 , Jamie Braidwood
Zverev holds! *Jannik Sinner 6-3 0-1 Alexander Zverev
Sinner’s win predictor rating jumped up to 90% after winning the first set. For Zverev, this second-set is must-win.
On 40-15, he balloons a smash standing over the net, putting it a few feet long the baseline. But Zverev steadies as he finds an ace.
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
09:37 , Jamie Braidwood
SINNER WINS FIRST SET! Jannik Sinner 6-3 Alexander Zverev*
Sinner was able to win 85% of his first-set points, compared to Zverev’s 62%. That’s a big difference on the returns, with the World No 1 seeing six break point opportunities to Zverev’s zero. Sinner only required the one break.
Zverev is struggling a bit at the net, winning just five of his 10 approaches.
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
09:34 , Jamie Braidwood
SINNER WINS FIRST SET! Jannik Sinner 6-3 Alexander Zverev*
Incredible defence from Sinner! Zverev was throwing everything at Sinner on 15-0, but the Italian stands strong on his forehand corner, showing incredible movement.
And the World No 1 is really turning it on now! He comes into the net, dancing across the tape as he puts away a volley into the corner.
Three set points: ACE FROM SINNER! He takes the first set, really turning it on in the business end of the opener.
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
09:30 , Jamie Braidwood
SINNER BREAKS ! *Jannik Sinner 5-3 Alexander Zverev
Zverev produces his fastest speeds on the deuce points, but can’t get the game over the line.
On the third deuce, Sinner attacks! He stretches and flicks the backhand winner down the line.
Another break point. Zverev left Sinner with a window, but he can’t find the forehand crosscourt.
Another longer rally goes Sinner’s way. As he finds the return, Zverev goes long on the backhand.
A fourth break point of the set… and this time Sinner takes it!
Zverev almost stopped when a forehand caught the line… Sinner kept playing. He thunders the forehand at Zverev when he comes into the net. Zverev can’t make the volley!
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
09:23 , Jamie Braidwood
Break points saved: Jannik Sinner 4-3 Alexander Zverev*
Chance for Sinner. Has Zverev lost a bit of focus? His forehand misfires behind the baseline, and Sinner will have a look at 0-30.
Zverev finds the wide serve, which Sinner can’t reach on the stretch. Another first serve, but Sinner returns! Volley from Zverev, but Sinner finds the forehand pass down the line!
Two break points: huge first serve from Zverev to save the first, as he thumps the smash beyond Sinner.
Sinner can’t return on the second! Deuce.
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
09:20 , Jamie Braidwood
Jannik Sinner 4-3 Alexander Zverev*
At the changeover, Zverev is furious because his rackets have not been delivered from the stringer.
“I asked for it an hour before the match,” he moans to the umpire. Some of the most drama we’ve seen so far, to be honest.
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
09:18 , Jamie Braidwood
Sinner holds! Jannik Sinner 4-3 Alexander Zverev*
Sinner looked to be heading towards a routine hold after popping a volley over the net to get to 30-0.
But a couple of errors from Sinner hands Zverev a look at 30-30, only for the Italian to close the door with an ace.
Zverev nets on the forehand and Sinner moves ahead once more.
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
09:15 , Jamie Braidwood
Zverev holds! *Jannik Sinner 3-3 Alexander Zverev
Sinner had a chance there to look at the Zverev second serve, but can’t keep his return in play.
Zverev finds his third ace of the match to move to 40-15. And another!
3-3.
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
09:09 , Jamie Braidwood
Sinner holds! Jannik Sinner 3-2 Alexander Zverev*
Zverev has a half-opening on 0-15, but the German taps out of a couple of longer rallies with forehand errors, as Sinner stays solid.
But Sinner can’t wrap the game up, pushing the backhand long and then finding the net as the low volley. Zverev whipped the pass down low and made it awkward
Deuce. Zverev attacks the Sinner second serve but the Italian stands up to it, he finds the angle to get Zverev wide onto his forehand, and the German misses.
Sinner holds an eight-minute game as Zverev goes long on the backhand. Zverev couldn’t stay in the longer rallies there but he got his first look at the Italian’s service game.
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
09:01 , Jamie Braidwood
Zverev holds! *Jannik Sinner 2-2 Alexander Zverev
A chance for Sinner as Zverev nets on the forehand. He will face 0-30.
Zverev steps in behind serve to thump the smash, but he can’t take control of the next exchange! Zverev takes on the drop shot but Sinner reaches it and finds the backhand pass!
Two break points: huge serve from Zverev out wide on the first. Zverev goes wide again on the first serve, Sinner can’t return the wide forehand into the opposite side.
Well played Zverev as he goes to the Sinner forehand and steps into the net, putting the volley away. He holds, and passes his first test of the final.
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
08:55 , Jamie Braidwood
Sinner holds! Jannik Sinner 2-1 Alexander Zverev*
Awesome hitting from Sinner and Zverev, as the Italian wins a 23-shot rally when Zverev pushes long on the forehand. Back Sinner to win the long exchanges today.
And he’s now won eight points in a row on serve. Zverev can’t return.
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
08:53 , Jamie Braidwood
Zverev holds! *Jannik Sinner 1-1 Alexander Zverev
We see the first rallies of the final in the opening Zverev service game. The German wins the first couple, and then Sinner finds his first winner with the backhand switched out wide.
Zverev holds with a couple of strong first serves.
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
08:48 , Jamie Braidwood
Sinner holds! Jannik Sinner 1-0 Alexander Zverev*
Strong start by Sinner on serve. This may be a theme of the first set, with Sinner and Zverev rock solid. Sinner starts with an ace and wins three more points in a row to hold to love.
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
08:46 , Jamie Braidwood
*Jannik Sinner 0-0 Alexander Zverev
The win predictor gives it to Sinner, by 77%. It was wrong yesterday as Madison Keys defeated Aryna Sabalenka! Will we see the upset today, or can Sinner defend? We’re underway!
*denotes next server
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
08:39 , Jamie Braidwood
Zverev steps out first, then followed by the World No 1 and defending champion Sinner. Lots of Italian flags in the Rod Laver Arena, but a few German colours as well.
Zverev wins the toss and elects to receive, just as he did in his semi-final against Novak Djokovic.
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
08:36 , Jamie Braidwood
Here we go! Alexander Zverev stands tall in the tunnel, as Jannik Sinner does some sprints from side to side behind him. Almost ready to step out onto the Rod Laver Arena!
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Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
08:30 , Jamie Braidwood
Contrasting emotions of grand slam finals
Jannik Sinner, 23, and Alexander Zverev, 27, are both playing in their third grand slam final today.
The big difference is Sinner already has two titles and Zverev is regarded as the best player in the world without one.
Sinner won his first grand slam 12 months ago when he defeated Daniil Medvedev from two sets down in the Australian Open final, before then destroying Taylor Fritz in the US Open final.
Zverev stood two points away from a grand slam triumph almost five years ago at the US Open, but lost from two sets up against Dominic Thiem.
He then lost his second grand slam final against Carlos Alcaraz last June, also from a winning position in the French Open final.
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
08:20 , Jamie Braidwood
What has Jannik Sinner said about Alexander Zverev?
“Very tough match. We had some very tough matches in the past. He is an incredible player and is looking for his first major. There is going to be a lot of tension but I’m happy to put myself in this position, Sundays are special days at tournaments. I’m going to enjoy it. Hopefully it’s going to be a good match.”
What has Alexander Zverev said about Jannik Sinner?
“I think Jannik has been the best player in the world for the past 12 months. There’s no doubt about it. Won two Grand Slams. Has been very, very stable in those regards. So definitely one of the best players in the world.”
Jannik Sinner’s route to Australian Open final
08:10 , Jamie Braidwood
R1: Nicolas Jarry, 7-6 7-6 6-1
R2: Tristan Schoolkate, 4-6 6-4 6-1 6-3
R3: Marcos Giron, 6-3 6-4 6-2
R4: Holger Rune (13), 6-3 3-6 6-3 6-2
QF: Alex de Minaur (8), 6-3 6-2 6-1
SF: Ben Shelton (21), 7-6 6-2 6-2
Jannik Sinner vs Alexander Zverev head-to-head
08:00 , Jamie Braidwood
Alexander Zverev’s route to Australian Open final
R1: Lucas Pouille, 6-4 6-4 6-4
R2: Pedro Martinez, 6-1 6-4 6-1
R3: Jacob Fearnley, 6-3 6-4 6-4
R4: Ugo Humbert (14), 6-1 2-6 6-3 6-2
QF: Tommy Paul (12), 7-6 7-6 2-6 6-1
SF: Novak Djokovic (7), 7-6 ret.
Novak Djokovic ‘liked his chances’ of winning Australian Open
07:45 , Jamie Braidwood
Novak Djokovic said he “liked his chances” of reaching the Australian Open final if he was physically fit and says he now wants Alexander Zverev to lift his first grand slam title.
“I actually thought I played really well, as well as I played the last 12 months, to be honest,” Djokovic said.
“Of course, it was never going to be an easy battle, an easy match for me. Neither it was for Sascha, even if I was not injured.
“But as I said, I think I was striking the ball very well. A lot of positives to take in terms of how I reached the semi-finals. It’s a very good result considering the circumstances.
“But it’s not satisfying to me, for my standards. I always look for the highest goal, to reach the finals and fight for a trophy.”
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
07:30 , Jamie Braidwood
Jannik Sinner is bidding to back up last year’s first grand slam triumph and the Italian is on a 20-match winning run at the hard-court grand slams having won the Australian Open and US Open titles last season and now reaching another major final.
The last player to beat Sinner at either the Australian Open or US Open was Alexander Zverev, after the German won a five-setter at Flushing Meadows in 2023. Zverev has won four of the six matches he has played against Sinner.
“Very tough match,” the Italian said after beating Ben Shelton in the semi-finals.
“We had some very tough matches in the past. He is an incredible player and is looking for his first major. There is going to be a lot of tension but I’m happy to put myself in this position. I’m going to enjoy it. Hopefully it’s going to be a good match.”
Novak Djokovic declares Australian Open final favourite: ‘I’ll be cheering for him’
07:15 , Jamie Braidwood
Novak Djokovic has declared Alexander Zverev as his favourite for the Australian Open despite the German facing defending champion Jannik Sinner in the final.
Zverev progressed to his first Australian Open final after Djokovic retired injured following their semi-final on Friday, with the 10-time champion struggling with a torn muscle in his upper left leg.
Zverev is bidding to win his first grand slam title after defeats to Dominic Thiem in the 2020 US Open final and Carlos Alcaraz in the 2024 French Open final and Djokovic said the 27-year-old “deserves” his breakthrough major win.
Zverev told the Australian Open crowd to be more “respectful” after Djokovic was booed by some sections of the crowd following his abrupt retirement from the semi-final.
Djokovic said he “liked his chances” of beating Zverev if he was fully fit but the 37-year-old was full of praise for the second seed after he advanced to the final.
“I wish Sascha all the best,” Djokovic said. “He deserves his first slam. I’ll be cheering for him. Hopefully he can get it.”
Alexander Zverev tells off crowd in display of sportsmanship
07:00 , Jamie Braidwood
Alexander Zverev spoke up for Novak Djokovic after his decision to retire from his semi-final after the first set was booed by sections of the Rod Laver Arena crowd.
“The very first thing I want to say is please don’t boo a player when he goes out injured,” said Zverev, who was forced to retire from a French Open semi-final against Rafael Nadal after tearing ankle ligaments three years ago.
“I know that everybody paid for tickets and wants to see a five-set match but you have got to understand Novak Djokovic is somebody that has given this sport for the past 20 years absolutely everything in his life.
“He has won his tournament with an abdominal tear, won this tournament with a hamstring tear, if he feels he cannot continue a tennis match, he cannot continue a tennis match. So please guys, be respectful. Show some love for Novak as well.”
Jannik Sinner on mentality after reaching second Australian Open semi-final
06:45 , Jamie Braidwood
Jannik Sinner was asked if he ever feels “unbeatable” after reaching a second Australian Open final and extending his winning run at the hard-court grand slams to 20 matches.
“No,” he replied. “I know that I put a lot of work in. I know I just try to stay calm, never taking things as granted. Just well-prepared, to be honest.
“I had a tough off-season. We tried to put a lot of work in there. Every day it’s a routine to get better. That’s it.
“[World No 1] is obviously it’s a great position to be in. Back of my head I also know that I’m 23 years old, and I am not perfect, no?
“I know that I have things still to improve. I have certain areas where I can get better. That’s why we work for, no?
“Every day is a big challenge. Every day you have a different opponent. You try to understand what’s happening.
“Sometimes you have some issues and then trying to understand that whatever works best for that day and trying to go for it, no? Everyone makes mistakes, no? Nobody’s perfect.”
Jannik Sinner vs Alexander Zverev head-to-head
06:30 , Jamie Braidwood
2024: Cincinnati, semi-final, hard court: Sinner won 7-6 5-7 7-6
2023: US Open, round of 16, hard court: Zverev won 6-4 3-6 6-2 4-6 6-3
2022: Monte Carlo, quarter-final, clay: Zverev won 5-7 6-3 7-6
2021: US Open, round of 16, hard court: Zverev won 6-4 6-4 7-6
2020: Cologne, semi-final, hard court: Zverev won 7-6 6-3
2020: French Open, round of 16, clay Sinner won 6-3 6-4 4-6 6-3
Aryna Sabalenka smashes racket after Australian Open final defeat to Madison Keys
06:18 , Jamie Braidwood
Aryna Sabalenka was unable to hide her frustration after losing the Australian Open final to Madison Keys as the World No 1 smashed up her racket following the handshake at the net.
Sabalenka, 26, was bidding to win her fourth grand slam title and third Australian Open in a row but was stunned by Keys, who capped a sensational run with her first major title at the age of 29.
With the final heading towards a match tiebreak, Keys managed to break Sabalenka’s serve to win a thrilling final 6-3 2-6 7-5, with the American landing a forehand winner on match point.
Aryna Sabalenka smashes racket after Australian Open final defeat to Madison Keys
How Madison Keys overcame the doubts to finally achieve grand slam breakthrough
06:17 , Jamie Braidwood
Madison Keys dethroned Aryna Sabalenka to become the oldest first-time winner of the women’s singles title at the Australian Open.
World number one Sabalenka was bidding to become the first woman since Martina Hingis in the late 1990s to win three straight titles at Melbourne Park.
But American Keys, who seemed destined never to achieve the grand slam title that had been predicted when she turned professional aged only 14, followed up her upset of second seed Iga Swiatek in the semi-finals by claiming a 6-3 2-6 7-5 victory.
How Madison Keys overcame the doubts to finally achieve grand slam breakthrough
Jannik Sinner vs Alexander Zverev head-to-head
06:15 , Jamie Braidwood
Despite his World No 1 ranking, Jannik Sinner trails the head-to-head to Alexander Zverev with the German winning four of their six previous meetings.
While Sinner was the victor the last time they played – in three tight sets in the Cincinnati semi-finals last year – Zverev has won the previous four, including in the last-16 of the US Open in 2023.
That five-set match was the last time Sinner lost a grand slam match on a hard court, with the Italian winning the Australian Open and US Open titles in 2024.
Sinner vs Zverev: Australian Open final updates
06:01 , Jamie Braidwood
When is Jannik Sinner vs Alexander Zverev?
The Australian Open men’s final will begin just after 8:30am GMT (UK time) on Sunday 26 January.
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06:00 , Jamie Braidwood
Jannik Sinner faces Alexander Zverev in the Australian Open final as the World No 1 bids for back-to-back men’s singles titles in Melbourne.
Sinner won his first grand slam at the Australian Open 12 months ago when he came from two sets down to defeat Daniil Medvedev and the Italian has since underlined his status as the best player in the world.
Zverev progressed to a first Australian Open final after an injured Novak Djokovic dramatically retired from their semi-final on Friday, but the German has backed up his position of World No 2 and is a strong contender to win his first grand slam.
The big-serving 27-year-old has the advantage of playing just 82 minutes against Djokovic, while Sinner needed much longer to defeat Ben Shelton and did not finish his semi-final until after midnight local time.
Zverev, though, has his demons in grand slam finals, losing the US Open final from two sets up to Dominic Thiem in 2020 and the French Open final from two sets to one up against Carlos Alcaraz last June.
Sinner, 23, has won 13 matches in a row at Melbourne Park and now has the chance to add his third grand slam title, after also winning the US Open last September