Italian tennis star Jannik Sinner reclaimed the World No. 1 ranking with a commanding victory at the Paris Masters, defeating Canada's Felix Auger-Aliassime 6-4, 7-6 in a thrilling final. The win marks Sinner's fifth ATP Masters 1000 title and solidifies his dominance ahead of the season-ending ATP Finals in Turin.
Sinner entered the tournament with a chance to overtake Spain's Carlos Alcaraz, who suffered an unexpected early exit to Britain's Cameron Norrie. The 24-year-old Italian capitalized on the opportunity, showcasing resilience in a tightly contested second-set tiebreak to secure his third major title of 2024, following earlier triumphs at the Australian Open and Wimbledon.
Auger-Aliassime, fighting to qualify for the ATP Finals, pushed Sinner to his limits with powerful baseline exchanges. Despite the Canadian's improved performance after a shaky start, Sinner's precision under pressure proved decisive. The victory extends Sinner's indoor winning streak to 26 matches and makes him the first player since Alcaraz in 2023 to win a Masters title without dropping a set.
With this win, Sinner reaffirms his status as one of tennis's brightest young talents, setting the stage for an electrifying showdown at the ATP Finals. The tournament, which begins November 12 in Turin, will feature the year's top eight players competing for the season's final crown.
