Tennis

Jannik Sinner's remarkable season continues to soar as he notched his 10th semifinal appearance of the year with a 6-2, 7-6 (6) victory over Jiri Lehecka in the Beijing quarterfinals. This milestone achievement marks a testament to Sinner's consistent brilliance throughout the season.Sinner's triumph in Beijing extends his winning streak to an astonishing 14 matches, a testament to his unwavering form. He captured the Cincinnati title with a flawless 4-0 record, followed by a dominant 7-0 run to the US Open crown. His Beijing campaign has commenced with an impressive 3-0 start.With his latest victory, Sinner has now amassed 58 wins this year, surpassing Alexander Zverev as the player with the most wins on the men's tour. This remarkable feat underscores his exceptional consistency and ability to perform at the highest level.Sinner's dominance extends beyond his overall record. He has won his last 50 matches against players ranked outside the Top 20, a testament to his ability to dispatch lower-ranked opponents with ease. This streak includes a perfect 40-0 record against such players this year and a 10-0 run last year.The last player ranked outside the Top 20 to defeat Sinner was Dusan Lajovic, who achieved the feat in the second round of Cincinnati last year. Since then, Sinner has been an unstoppable force against lower-ranked opponents.Sinner's dominance is further highlighted by a comparison with the current ATP Top 10 players. Since the start of last year's US Open, Sinner has the best record against non-Top 20 players, with a perfect 50-0 record. This statistic underscores his exceptional ability to handle lower-ranked opponents.Sinner will face No. 96-ranked Bu Yunchaokete of China in the Beijing semifinals on Tuesday. A victory would extend his winning streak to 51 matches and bring him one step closer to another title.

Iga Swiatek's dominance on the tennis court continues unabated as she extended her winning streak to 21 matches with a 6-4, 6-3 victory over Petra Martic in the second round of Wimbledon. This triumph marks another milestone in her remarkable 2024 season, where she has yet to taste defeat.Swiatek's winning streak began in April, following her loss to Elena Rybakina in the semifinals of Stuttgart. Since then, she has been unstoppable, claiming the Roland Garros title for the third time in her career. Her consistency has been unparalleled, as she has reached the third round of every Grand Slam event this decade, a feat unmatched by any other player.Her Grand Slam record in the 2020s is a testament to her unwavering determination and exceptional talent:* 2020 Australian Open: 4th Round* 2020 US Open: 3rd Round* 2020 Roland Garros: Champion* 2021 Australian Open: 4th Round* 2021 Roland Garros: Quarterfinals* 2021 Wimbledon: 4th Round* 2021 US Open: 4th Round* 2022 Australian Open: Semifinals* 2022 Roland Garros: Champion* 2022 Wimbledon: 3rd Round* 2022 US Open: Champion* 2023 Australian Open: 4th Round* 2023 Roland Garros: Champion* 2023 Wimbledon: Quarterfinals* 2023 US Open: 4th Round* 2024 Australian Open: 3rd Round* 2024 Roland Garros: Champion* 2024 Wimbledon: 3rd Round (so far)Swiatek's victory over Martic was a display of her unwavering focus and relentless aggression. She broke Martic's serve twice in the first set and once in the second, while holding her own serve with ease. Her powerful groundstrokes and precise shot-making proved too much for her Croatian opponent.As Swiatek advances to the third round of Wimbledon, she remains the favorite to claim her fourth Grand Slam title. Her incredible winning streak and unwavering determination make her a formidable force on the court. The tennis world eagerly awaits her next match, as she continues to rewrite the history books and cement her legacy as one of the greatest players of all time.

Danielle Collins' remarkable winning streak continues unabated as she notched her 15th consecutive victory at the Mutua Madrid Open. The American star overcame a spirited challenge from Jaqueline Cristian, prevailing 3-6, 6-4, 6-1 in a thrilling third-round encounter.Collins' triumph marks her second consecutive come-from-behind victory in Madrid. In her opening match, she rallied from a set and a break down to defeat Olga Danilovic in a marathon three-setter. Her resilience and determination have been key factors in her impressive run of form.The 28-year-old's winning streak began with back-to-back titles in Miami and Charleston, where she dominated on both hard and green clay surfaces. Her adaptability and versatility have made her a formidable opponent on any court.Collins' victory over Cristian was a testament to her mental fortitude and unwavering belief. After dropping the first set, she regrouped and seized control of the match with her aggressive baseline play and powerful serve. Her ability to dictate the tempo and force errors from her opponent proved decisive.The American's success in Madrid is a continuation of her impressive season. She reached the semifinals of the Australian Open and has consistently performed at a high level throughout the year. Her current winning streak has propelled her to the top of the WTA rankings, where she is now ranked No. 8.Collins' next challenge will be a quarterfinal clash against either Ons Jabeur or Belinda Bencic. With her confidence soaring and her game in top form, she will be a formidable opponent for any player who stands in her way.

Danielle Collins' winning streak continues unabated as she triumphs in Madrid opener.After claiming back-to-back titles in Miami and Charleston, Danielle Collins has extended her remarkable winning streak to 14 matches with a hard-fought victory over Serbian qualifier Olga Danilovic in her opening match at the Madrid Open.Collins, who has now won on three different surfaces during her streak, battled back from a set and a break down to defeat Danilovic 4-6, 6-4, 7-6 (8) on Friday. The American has now won 28 of her last 30 sets, a testament to her exceptional form.Danilovic managed to snatch a rare set from Collins, but the American's resilience and determination proved too much to overcome. Collins has only dropped two sets since losing the first set of her Miami opener to Bernarda Pera.The last player to defeat Collins was world number one Iga Swiatek in the second round of Indian Wells. Since then, Collins has been unstoppable, showcasing her all-court prowess and unwavering focus.

Holger Rune, the defending champion at the BMW Open, extended his winning streak to nine matches with a dominant 6-4, 6-2 victory over Daniel Elahi Galán on Thursday. Despite facing challenging weather conditions that included rain, sleet, and hail, Rune displayed remarkable resilience and efficiency to secure his place in the next round.The match began under overcast skies, but as Rune and Galán traded blows in the opening set, a sudden downpour forced a 45-minute delay. Upon resumption, the conditions remained treacherous, with hail bouncing off the court surface. However, Rune remained unfazed, donning long sleeves under his Nike kit while retaining his signature short shorts.Rune's serve proved to be a formidable weapon throughout the match, as he lost just two points behind his first serve. His aggressive baseline play also kept Galán on the back foot, forcing the Colombian to make uncharacteristic errors. Rune broke Galán's serve twice in the first set and once in the second set to seal the victory in one hour and 39 minutes."It was very cold, I think we all feel it," Rune joked on court after the match. "I'm used to it; I'm from Denmark, so it's ok! It's great to finish in two sets and nice to be back in Munich, so I'm enjoying it."Rune's victory sets up a potential clash with Yannick Hanfmann or Swiss qualifier Marc-Andrea Hüsler in the next round. Hüsler holds a surprising 2-1 head-to-head advantage over Rune, having won their first two matches in 2022.Rune is aiming to become the first player to win three consecutive titles at the BMW Open since Thomas Muster in 1993-1995. His impressive form and resilience in challenging conditions suggest that he is well-positioned to achieve this feat.

World No. 3 Jannik Sinner has extended his remarkable winning streak to 16 matches with a dominant 6-3, 6-0 victory over Thanasi Kokkinakis in the first round of the Indian Wells Masters 1000 event. The Italian star is now a perfect 13-0 on the season, having won his last three matches of 2023 at the Davis Cup Finals, the Australian Open title, and the Rotterdam title.Sinner's victory in Indian Wells marks his first match on American soil since his triumph at the US Open last year. The 21-year-old is now one win away from matching his career-best winning streak of 17 matches, set in 2021.The Italian's dominance in the match against Kokkinakis was evident from the outset. Sinner broke the Australian's serve in the opening game and never looked back. He controlled the pace of the match with his powerful groundstrokes and precise serve, winning 80% of his first-serve points.Kokkinakis, ranked No. 103 in the world, struggled to find his rhythm against Sinner's relentless pressure. The Australian was broken three times in the first set and failed to win a single game in the second set.Sinner's victory in Indian Wells is a testament to his exceptional form and his determination to reach the No. 2 ranking. The Italian is now just 100 points behind No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz, who is currently sidelined with an injury.If Sinner continues his winning ways, he could potentially overtake Alcaraz and become the new world No. 2 as early as next week. The Italian is scheduled to face either Jenson Brooksby or Miomir Kecmanovic in the second round of Indian Wells.