World No. 1 Jannik Sinner aims to defend his title, while Alexander Zverev seeks his maiden Grand Slam victory at Rod Laver Arena.
Melbourne [Australia], January 26: The stage is set for an electrifying men’s singles final at the Australian Open 2025 as World No. 1 Jannik Sinner squares off against Alexander Zverev, the Tokyo 2020 gold medallist, at the iconic Rod Laver Arena on Sunday. The match is scheduled to begin at 2 PM IST.
Sinner’s Quest for Back-to-Back Titles
Jannik Sinner, the reigning Australian Open champion, is poised to defend his title and cement his status among tennis greats. A victory would make the 23-year-old the third man in two decades—after Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic—to successfully defend his title in Melbourne.
Sinner cruised into the final with a commanding 7-6(2), 6-2, 6-2 victory over USA’s Ben Shelton in the semi-finals. Having secured two Grand Slam titles in 2024 (Australian Open and US Open), Sinner is eager to add another feather to his cap.
Zverev’s Shot at History
Standing in Sinner’s way is Alexander Zverev, who is chasing his maiden Grand Slam title. The 27-year-old German reached the final after Novak Djokovic was forced to retire in their semi-final due to a muscle tear.
Should Zverev win, he would become the first German man since Boris Becker in 1996 to clinch the Australian Open title.
Head-to-Head Showdown
The rivalry between the two top seeds has been closely contested, with Zverev leading 4-2. However, Sinner won their most recent encounter—a thrilling semi-final clash at the Cincinnati Open in 2024. Zverev’s last triumph over Sinner came during the 2023 US Open round of 16.
A Clash of Titans
Both players bring contrasting styles and strengths to the court. Sinner’s precision and ability to dominate from the baseline will be tested by Zverev’s powerful serves and resilience under pressure.
With history on the line and the Rod Laver Arena as their battlefield, fans are guaranteed a high-stakes thriller that could redefine the tennis landscape.
Who will reign supreme in Melbourne? The answer unfolds this Sunday.