Tennis

Alexander Zverev's impressive run continues as he notches his 60th win of the year and extends his winning streak against left-handers to 25 matches.Zverev's victory over Joel Schwaerzler in Vienna marked his second time reaching 60 wins in a season, a feat he previously achieved in 2018. He joins Jannik Sinner as the only players to have reached this milestone in 2023.Equally remarkable is Zverev's dominance against left-handed opponents. His last defeat to a lefty came over 600 days ago, against Marc-Andrea Huesler in February 2023. Since then, he has won 25 consecutive matches against left-handers, including victories over Denis Shapovalov, Yoshihito Nishioka, and Cameron Norrie.Zverev's success against left-handers stems from his aggressive baseline play and ability to neutralize their forehand. He uses his powerful serve and forehand to dictate the pace of the match and force his opponents into errors.The German's impressive form has propelled him to the top of the ATP rankings, where he currently sits at No. 4. He is a contender for the year-end No. 1 ranking, which would be his first Grand Slam title.Zverev's next match in Vienna could potentially be against another left-hander, Cameron Norrie, in the semifinals. If he continues his winning streak, he will face a tough challenge in the final against either Daniil Medvedev or Stefanos Tsitsipas.

Jannik Sinner's remarkable season reached new heights in Shanghai on Saturday as he notched his 60th win of the year, becoming the first player, male or female, to achieve this milestone in 2023. The Italian prodigy also celebrated his 250th career victory, making him the first player born in the 2000s to reach this landmark.Sinner's dominance was evident in his opening match against Taro Daniel, whom he dispatched in straight sets, 6-1, 6-4. This victory marked his 60th of the year, surpassing Iga Swiatek's 59 wins on the women's tour. Sinner is also the first man to record 60 or more wins in back-to-back seasons since Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray achieved the feat in 2015 and 2016.Sinner's 250th career win is a testament to his rapid rise in the tennis world. At just 21 years old, he has established himself as one of the most promising players on the circuit. He is the first player born in the 2000s to reach this milestone, and only the third player born this century to have 200 or more career wins.Sinner's success is not limited to this season. In 2022, he recorded 64 wins, making him the first man with 60 or more wins in consecutive seasons since Djokovic and Murray. His consistent performances have earned him a top-10 ranking and established him as a contender for Grand Slam titles.In Shanghai, Sinner will face Tomas Martin Etcheverry in the third round. The Argentine defeated Botic van de Zandschulp in a thrilling three-set encounter. Sinner won their only previous meeting in straight sets at the Australian Open last year.With his impressive start to the season, Sinner is poised to continue his ascent in the tennis world. His combination of power, precision, and mental fortitude makes him a formidable opponent for any player. As he continues to rack up wins, Sinner is setting himself up for a historic season and a bright future in the sport.