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Sinner's Sunshine Double Quest: Miami Open Showdown
24 Mar
Summary
- Jannik Sinner is aiming for the 'Sunshine Double' after his Indian Wells victory.
- Alex Michelsen, the American hope, faces a tough challenge.
- Sinner holds a 2-0 head-to-head advantage against Michelsen.
Jannik Sinner is on a quest to achieve the coveted 'Sunshine Double' at the 2026 Miami Open. Following his triumph at Indian Wells, the World No. 2 Italian has showcased formidable form in Miami, advancing to the fourth round with decisive victories. He aims to emulate past champions by winning both prestigious hard-court tournaments in the same calendar year.
Sinner's opponent in the fourth round will be the 21-year-old American Alex Michelsen. Michelsen, ranked World No. 40, is one of the remaining home contenders in the ATP Masters 1000 event. He secured his spot in this round after overcoming Mattia Bellucci, Cameron Norrie, and Alejandro Tabilo, with two of those matches requiring three sets.
The head-to-head record between Sinner and Michelsen heavily favors the Italian. Sinner has won both of their previous encounters in 2024, notably in straight sets on outdoor hard courts, the same surface as their Miami clash. Sinner is currently on a remarkable 26-set winning streak at Masters 1000 events, surpassing Novak Djokovic's previous record.
