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Jannik Sinner aims for a historic achievement at the Madrid Open, starting April 20 and running until May 3. He will compete against top players like Alexander Zverev and Felix Auger-Aliassime for a prestigious clay title.
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The Madrid Open is set to begin on Monday, 20 April, running through to 3 May with a strong field expected to compete for one of the most prestigious clay titles.
Several top players will feature, including world number one Jannik Sinner, Alexander Zverev, ranked third, and Felix Auger-Aliassime, who sits fifth in the rankings.
Within that competitive context, Sinner arrives with momentum and the chance to reach significant milestones that could further define his rise at the top of the sport.
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According to journalist Jose Morgado, Sinner could become the first player in tennis history to win five consecutive Masters 1000 titles if he triumphs in Madrid.
Since November 2025, he has already secured four in a row, winning the Paris Masters, Indian Wells, Miami Open and Monte Carlo Masters.
That run has placed him on the verge of a record that has never been achieved before, underlining his consistency across surfaces and conditions.
However, Madrid presents a different challenge, particularly given his limited success at the tournament so far.
Sinner’s best result at the Madrid Open remains a quarter-final appearance, meaning he will need to surpass his previous level to reach the title.
Balancing that pursuit of a historic fifth straight Masters title with his past record at the event adds further intrigue to his campaign.
Jannik Sinner is aiming for an unprecedented achievement in tennis history during the Madrid Open.
The Madrid Open 2023 starts on April 20 and runs through May 3.
Top players competing include Alexander Zverev, ranked third, and Felix Auger-Aliassime, ranked fifth.

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Carlos Alcaraz will not feature in Madrid after withdrawing due to a wrist injury.
The world number two confirmed his decision last Friday, removing one of the strongest contenders from the draw.
As a home favourite, Alcaraz would have carried significant support and posed a major obstacle.
His absence increases Sinner’s chances of progressing deep into the tournament and potentially achieving the unseen milestone.
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