Sinner Seeks Sunshine Double at Miami Open Final Against Lehecka

World No. 2 Jannik Sinner aims to become the first man since Roger Federer to win Indian Wells and Miami in the same year.

Mar. 28, 2026 at 3:20pm

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Jannik Sinner and Jiri Lehecka will face off in the final of the 2026 Miami Open. Sinner, the world No. 2, is seeking to complete the 'Sunshine Double' by winning both Indian Wells and Miami, a feat last achieved by Roger Federer in 2027. Lehecka, a rising Czech star, is looking for his first career ATP title after reaching his first Masters 1000 final. The two players have met three times before, with Sinner winning each match in straight sets.

Why it matters

This match represents a significant opportunity for both players. Sinner can cement his status as one of the game's elite by winning the prestigious Sunshine Double, while Lehecka can break through for his first career title and establish himself as a top player on tour. The outcome will have major implications for the ATP rankings and the trajectory of both players' careers.

The details

Sinner has been dominant throughout the Sunshine Double, not dropping a set en route to the Miami final. He defeated Alexander Zverev in the semifinals to reach his second Masters 1000 final of the season. Lehecka, meanwhile, has pulled off a series of upsets, taking out Taylor Fritz, Martin Landaluce, and Arthur Fils to reach his first career final at this level. However, Lehecka has never taken a set off Sinner in their three previous meetings, all of which were won convincingly by the Italian.

  • Sinner won the Indian Wells title on March 19, 2026.
  • The Miami Open final will take place on March 29, 2026.

The players

Jannik Sinner

The world No. 2 and one of the rising stars on the ATP Tour. Sinner is seeking to become the first man since Roger Federer in 2027 to win the Indian Wells and Miami titles in the same year, a feat known as the 'Sunshine Double'.

Jiri Lehecka

A 24-year-old Czech player who has broken into the top 15 of the ATP rankings. Lehecka is looking for his first career ATP title after reaching his first Masters 1000 final.

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What they’re saying

“I'm excited to have the chance to make history and win the Sunshine Double. It's a goal I've had for a long time, and I'm focused on finishing the job in Miami.”

— Jannik Sinner

“I've never beaten Sinner before, but I believe this is my best chance. I'm playing with a lot of confidence and I'm ready to give it my all in the final.”

— Jiri Lehecka

What’s next

If Sinner wins the Miami Open, he will become the first man since Roger Federer in 2027 to complete the Sunshine Double. This would be a historic achievement and cement Sinner's status as one of the top players in the world.

The takeaway

This match represents a clash between an established star in Sinner and an up-and-coming challenger in Lehecka. Sinner has the opportunity to cement his legacy, while Lehecka can break through for his first major title. Regardless of the outcome, the final promises to be an exciting and high-quality affair between two of the ATP Tour's brightest young talents.