Jannik Sinner extends Masters streak to 24 but downplays 'Big Three' comparisons

The Italian has now won his last three Masters titles, a run that began with his triumph in Paris late last season and has continued with victories at Indian Wells, Miami and Monte Carlo.

Chasing another title in Madrid, Sinner's latest win moves him into fourth on the all-time list for longest Masters winning streaks.

Asked whether his consistency places him among the sport's all-time greats, the 22-year-old played down the comparison, insisting Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal remain in a class of their own.

"I cannot compare myself with these names," said Sinner. "They did so much stuff in their careers, I'm just at the beginning. They are at a different level.

"For me, I'm happy to be here. I'm happy to play as many matches as possible. But what they did is something else.

"I just try to give everything I have in every match. If I win, good. If not, I tried my best, and I don't have regrets."

Sinner, who is fast pulling clear of the injured Carlos Alcaraz in the ATP Rankings, offered positive words for Moller after their battle in Madrid.

"I tried to stay calm and serve well in important moments," he said. "I think that was the key today. There was not a lot of rhythm, so I tried to stay quite compact. Let's see what's coming in the next round.

"I never take things for granted. I try to understand what's working very well in certain conditions.

"This is my motivation. Trying to put myself in the best possible position to win as many matches as possible.

"There's no magic. You always try to understand what's working well in every practice session, and try to do the same thing in the match. I find motivation in this."

Sinner will take on Britain's Cameron Norrie in his next match, with his flawless form in Masters 1000 events making him the red-hot favourite to add to his collection with a first title at the Madrid Open.

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