Jannik Sinner wins Indian Wells title, completes historic hardcourt sweep

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Jannik Sinner, the 24-year-old Italian tennis player, won the Indian Wells title on Sunday, completing a historic sweep of all nine ATP Masters 1000 events on hardcourts. Sinner is the youngest player to achieve this feat, cementing his status as one of the top players on the men's tour.

Why it matters

Sinner's achievement is a significant milestone in his career, showcasing his dominance on the hardcourt surface. At just 24 years old, he has already established himself as a force to be reckoned with, and this latest title adds to his growing list of accomplishments.

The details

Sinner defeated his opponent in straight sets to claim the Indian Wells title, the final piece of the hardcourt Masters 1000 puzzle. The Italian has now won all nine of these prestigious events, becoming the youngest player to complete the historic sweep.

• Sinner won the Indian Wells title on Sunday, March 15, 2026.
• The 24-year-old Italian has now won all nine ATP Masters 1000 events on hardcourts.

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What’s next

Sinner will now turn his attention to the clay court season, where he will look to add to his growing list of Grand Slam titles.