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Jannik Sinner sends classy message about Djokovic, Federer and Nadal
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Despite his rapid rise, Jannik Sinner is standing firm in his belief that it's too early to compare him to tennis's Big Three.
The 24-year-old has already started rewriting the record books at a remarkable pace, and it feels like only a matter of time before he carves out a legacy comparable to those who came before him.
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No matter how often his name is mentioned alongside Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, or Roger Federer, the world number one remains magnanimous.
Sinner has addressed the comparison again in an interview with Tennis TV, downplaying any direct links while also reflecting on what it feels like to be playing at such a high level right now.
Jannik Sinner: 'I just cannot compare myself with Rafa, Roger, Novak'
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Unsurprisingly, the conversation started by comparing him to Djokovic, Federer, and Nadal.
Sinner remained consistent in his response and was quick to downplay any comparisons.
"I know it means a lot, but at the same time, I continue, you know, to say the same things over again," he began. "I just cannot compare myself with Rafa, Roger, Novak."
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He continued: "At the same time it is an incredible achievement from my side and my team and also my family they know how much effort and sacrifices I put in to be in the position where I am and always putting tennis in first place. This is what I've always done and I'm extremely happy for this kind of results."
Sinner then spoke about how good it feels to be on court right now during his current run of form: "Yeah I mean it's nice it's a really good feeling.
This isn't long after Sinner publicly backed Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff's suggestion of boycotting Grand Slam events if their demands aren't met.
Jannik Sinner nearing another Big Three milestone
The reason Jannik Sinner is so closely linked to the Big Three is that he continues to chase down and break many of their records.
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Especially at the Masters 1000 level, where his consistent winning makes every milestone within reach.
In Madrid, Sinner accomplished a feat faster than any of the Big Three ever did. He's now on a longer win streak at this level than Nadal ever achieved, with Federer's best run also within reach.
And with Carlos Alcaraz currently sidelined by injury, there isn't much standing in his way right now.
While Sinner often says he isn't focused on records, Djokovic's 31-match Masters 1000 win streak will be hard to ignore. Sinner is just three wins away from matching it and four from setting a new mark at his home tournament.
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