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Sinner Defeats Zverev, Reaches Miami Open Final

3/28/2026

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Sinner Defeats Zverev

Italian tennis player Jannik Sinner defeated Alexander Zverev 6-3, 7-6(4) to reach the Miami Open final.
This victory extends Sinner's win streak over Zverev to seven.
Sinner aims to complete the Sunshine Double by winning Indian Wells and Miami, a feat Federer achieved in 2017.
Czech tennis player Jiri Lehecka advanced to his first Masters 1000 final after defeating Arthur Fils 6-2, 6-2.
Lehecka has a 0-3 record against Sinner.

History

Historical Context

In 2017, Roger Federer achieved the Sunshine Double by winning both the Indian Wells and Miami Open, a feat last accomplished by Andre Agassi in 1995. This milestone underscored Federer's dominance in men's tennis, while Jannik Sinner's pursuit of the same title reflects the ongoing competitive legacy in the sport, particularly against rivals like Alexander Zverev.

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Sinner Defeats Zverev

Italian tennis player Jannik Sinner defeated Alexander Zverev 6-3, 7-6(4) to reach the Miami Open final.
This victory extends Sinner's win streak over Zverev to seven.
Sinner aims to complete the Sunshine Double by winning Indian Wells and Miami, a feat Federer achieved in 2017.
Czech tennis player Jiri Lehecka advanced to his first Masters 1000 final after defeating Arthur Fils 6-2, 6-2.
Lehecka has a 0-3 record against Sinner.

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