Jannik Sinner surpasses Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic to equal Roger Federer's hard-court record in Grand Slams

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Published at :August 29, 2025 at 6:23 PM

Modified at :August 29, 2025 at 6:23 PM

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Jannik Sinner is aiming for his second US Open title this year.

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner is in imperious form at the US Open 2025 as he continues the defense of his title. The Italian star, who is yet to drop a set, marched into the third round in emphatic fashion, equalling a Roger Federer record along the way while also surpassing Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic.

On Thursday, Sinner defeated Alexei Popyrin in straight sets 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 sealing his 23rd consecutive hard-court win at Grand Slams. The victory also gave him a 41–9 win-loss record on hard courts from his first 50 Grand Slam matches. This record places him level with Federer.

Federer, 20-time Grand Slam champion, leads the chart among the tennis giants, with Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic trailing just behind at 40–10 in their first 50 Grand Slam matches on hard courts.

Jannik Sinner's record in his first 50 Grand Slam matches on hard courts: 41-9A comparison with the Big Three• Roger Federer: 41-9• Novak Djokovic: 40-10• Rafael Nadal: 40-10 pic.twitter.com/XFlZ3w6ArZ
— Mario Boccardi (@boccardi_marioo) August 28, 2025

Sinner, who lifted his maiden US Open crown in 2024, is now chasing his third Slam of the season after title wins in Australian and Wimbledon. His dominant start to the tournament shows his intent clearly. In the opening round, he dismantled Vit Kopriva 6-1, 6-1, 6-2 and before crushing Popyrin.

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Beyond New York, the 24-year-old has put together one of the most complete seasons of his career. On grass courts, after winning Wimbledon 2025, Sinner holds a 20–4 record

Speaking of clay courts Grand Slam matches, despite finishing runner-up at Roland Garros (falling to Carlos Alcaraz in final), he has compiled a 22–6 record so far in career. The French Open remains the only major missing from his trophy compartment.

Sinner will next face Canada’s Denis Shapovalov in the third round on Saturday, August 30.

The pair have met only once before, but that clash turned into an instant classic at the 2021 Australian Open where Shapovalov edged Sinner in a first-round battle that lasted nearly four hours, winning 3-6, 6-3, 6-2, 4-6, 6-4.

What is Jannik Sinner’s win-loss record in Grand Slam hard courts after 50 matches

Jannik Sinner now has a 41-9 win-loss record on hard courts after playing 50 matches.

How does Jannik Sinner’s record compare to Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic?

Federer leads with 41–9, which Sinner has now matched. Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic both trail slightly behind with 40–10 in their first 50 Grand Slam hard-court matches.

What was Roger Federer’s record in hard court Grand Slams after 50 matchs?

Roger Federer also had a 41-9 win-loss record after his first 50 matches.

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Uzma Fatima

Uzma Fatima is a passionate sports journalist who believes every match has a story waiting to be told. Whether it's the grace of Olympic champions, the grit of tennis and badminton battles, or the drama of cricket’s highs and heartbreaks — she loves capturing the emotion behind the action. Off the field, she’s a Formula 1 enthusiast who never misses a race weekend.