Return to reality for Jannik Sinner after an incredible series of 29 sets won

L’Australian Open 2025 offered a major surprise in his second round. Tristan Schoolkateranked 173rd in the world, shook up number one in the ATP rankings, Jannik Sinnerwinning the first set 6-4 to the cheers of the Australian crowd. The Italian, although favorite and title holder, remained on an exceptional series of 29 consecutive sets wona performance that began last October in Shanghai.

This stroke of brilliance from Schoolkate, aged 23, is a reminder that he has solid potential, as glimpsed during his clash against Jakub Mensik at the US Open. But achieving this feat against a player of Sinner’s caliber, undefeated in sets for months, is exceptional.

Jannik Sinner: a series that made history

Before this setback, Jannik Sinner seemed unstoppable. Since his victory against Tomas Etcheverry in the third round of the Masters 1000 in Shanghai, he had had a string of successes against renowned opponents. Among his victims are Novak Djokovic, Daniil Medvedev et Taylor Fritz.

His recent track record testifies to his domination:

• Masters 2024 : Title won without losing a set, with resounding victories against Casper Ruud and Alex de Minaur.
• Davis Cup final phase : An exemplary performance, especially in the final against Tallon Griekspoor.
• First round in Melbourne : A solid entry against Nicolas Jarry, concluded in three sets.

These victories confirmed Sinner as the player to beat, and his series will go down in the annals of modern tennis.

On the Rod Laver ArenaTristan Schoolkate played without complexes. With aggressive play and impressive determination, he broke Sinner with a decisive shutout at 5-4 to clinch the set. This remarkable moment ended a series that few would have thought possible to stop.

An expected reaction

Despite this surprise, Sinner has already proven his ability to bounce back after a hard blow, as during his duel against Etcheverry in Shanghai. If he can find his rhythm again, he remains a serious contender for a second title in Melbourne.

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The rest of the tournament

This turnaround reminds us that tennis remains unpredictable, even for the greatest. Schoolkate’s performance was a reminder that every match can be an opportunity to make history, and that Sinner’s quest for the trophy is far from over.