Jannik Sinner advances at BNP Paribas Open
Jannik Sinner defeated Dalibor Svrcina 6-1, 6-1 in the second round of the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, California. The match lasted just 64 minutes, demonstrating Sinner’s dominance on the court.
As the second seed in the tournament, Sinner’s victory was marked by impressive statistics, winning 81% of points on his first serve and 75% on his second serve. He also successfully saved the only break point he faced during the match.
This win improves Sinner’s season record to 8-2, as he aims for his first title at Indian Wells. His previous best results at this tournament were semi-final runs in 2023 and 2024.
Looking ahead, Sinner is set to face Denis Shapovalov, who recently triumphed over Tomas Martin Etcheverry. The two players are currently tied at 1-1 in their head-to-head series, adding an intriguing layer to their upcoming match.
Sinner is also on the brink of a significant milestone, being just five victories shy of his 100th ATP Masters 1000 match win. His current hard court record for the 2025 season stands at an impressive 39-3, despite facing two losses, including a defeat to Novak Djokovic in the Australian Open semifinals.
After his latest match, Sinner expressed confidence in his performance, stating, “I feel mentally I’m in a good place.” He emphasized the hard work he has put in, saying, “We did a lot of work. Many, many hours on court. Many hours in the gym. I’m trying to get a little bit stronger (physically).”
Overall, Sinner’s strong showing at the BNP Paribas Open reflects his readiness to compete at a high level as he continues to pursue his goals for the season.
