Jannik Sinner ATP Rankings: A Historic Milestone š¾
Jannik Sinner Joins Elite Players with 52 Weeks at No. 1
June 02, 2025
Jannik Sinner has reached a significant milestone in his career, marking 52 weeks at the top of the ATP rankings. By achieving this, Sinner enters an exclusive club of tennis legends who have held the No. 1 spot for a full year in their first stint. His journey to the top of the ATP rankings reflects his dedication and skill, putting him alongside tennis greats like Roger Federer and Novak Djokovic.
Players with 52 Weeks No. 1: Sinner’s Historic Feat
Most importantly, Sinner’s accomplishment places him among a select group of only five players who have held the No. 1 position for an entire year during their initial tenure. These legends include Roger Federer, Jimmy Connors, Lleyton Hewitt, and Novak Djokovic. Besides that, other tennis icons like Ivan Lendl and Rafael Nadal have also achieved lengthy reigns at the top, further emphasizing the significance of Sinner’s achievement.
| Player | Weeks | Streak Start |
|---|---|---|
| Roger Federer | 237 | Feb. 2004 |
| Jimmy Connors | 160 | Jul. 1974 |
| Lleyton Hewitt | 75 | Nov. 2001 |
| Novak Djokovic | 53 | Jul. 2011 |
| Jannik Sinner | 52* | Jun. 2024 |
Sinner No. 1 History: Achieving Tennis Player Ranking Milestones
Because of a strong start to the 2024 season, Sinner ascended to the No. 1 position on June 10, 2024. His impressive run included a title win in Halle and further victories in Cincinnati and the US Open, forming part of a 15-match winning streak. Therefore, he solidified his ATP rankings lead, which was crucial in his quest to maintain his No. 1 status.
Following this, Sinner achieved 26 consecutive wins, securing titles at Shanghai and the Nitto ATP Finals. Additionally, he successfully defended his Australian Open title and reached the finals at the Rome ATP Masters 1000. Despite these remarkable achievements, Sinner aims to match Roger Federer’s first reign at No. 1, which lasted an astonishing 237 weeks.
At the halfway point of Roland Garros, where Sinner reached the semi-finals last year, he holds a lead of more than 2,500 points over his closest competitor, Carlos Alcaraz. Alcaraz, ranked No. 2 in the PIF ATP Live Rankings, is also a formidable challenger. This ESPN article provides further insights into Sinner’s rise in professional tennis.
Looking ahead, Sinner faces challenges in maintaining his No. 1 status, particularly in August when he must defend significant PIF ATP Rankings points from the 2024 season. His journey to remain at the pinnacle of the ATP rankings continues to captivate tennis fans around the world. For a comprehensive overview of the ATP No. 1 rankings history, this resource offers valuable context to Sinner’s achievements.
