Italian star clinches fifth title of 2025 and leapfrogs Carlos Alcaraz at the top of the ATP world rankings

Jannik Sinner is back on top of the tennis world. The 24-year-old Italian sensation defeated Canada’s Felix Auger-Aliassime 6-4, 7-6(4) in a high-stakes Paris Masters final on Sunday, reclaiming the coveted ATP World No. 1 ranking from Spanish rival Carlos Alcaraz.

Sinner’s triumph at the Paris La Defense Arena was not just another tournament win—it was a statement of dominance. The second seed became only the fourth player in Paris Masters history to lift the trophy without dropping a single set throughout the tournament. With this win, Sinner enters the year-end ATP Finals in Turin brimming with confidence and a renewed swagger.

Sinner’s Dominance: From First Serve to Final Shot

The matchup between Sinner and Auger-Aliassime was a battle with implications far beyond the court. For Sinner, only victory would guarantee his return to the No. 1 spot in the ATP rankings, while Auger-Aliassime was chasing a berth at the season-ending ATP Finals.

From the outset, Sinner’s intent was clear. He broke the Canadian’s serve in the opening game and never looked back, combining raw power with surgical precision. His serving display was near perfect—he dropped only three points on his serve in the opening set and didn’t face a single break point.

Auger-Aliassime, though backed by a supportive Parisian crowd, struggled to find answers to Sinner’s relentless pace and tactical variety. After losing the first set, the Canadian mounted a stronger resistance in the second, forcing a tiebreak. But a costly mistake in the breaker shifted momentum back to Sinner, who sealed the match with a blistering backhand winner down the line.

“An Amazing Year”: Sinner Reflects on Season Success

In his post-match interview, Sinner expressed immense pride in the work he and his team have put in over the past year.

“It’s huge, honestly. It was such an intense final. We both knew what was at stake. I’m extremely happy,” Sinner said. “The past couple of months have been amazing. We’ve tried to improve so many aspects of my game, and to see these results makes me incredibly proud.”

The Paris Masters title is Sinner’s fifth title of the 2025 season and his first ATP Masters 1000 trophy of the year. His win also extends an impressive 26-match indoor streak—solidifying his status as one of the most fearsome indoor hardcourt players on the tour today.

Auger-Aliassime Still Chasing ATP Finals Berth

For Auger-Aliassime, the Paris setback is a tough pill to swallow. The 9th seed was just one win away from securing his place at the ATP Finals, but now heads to Metz for one last chance to qualify. He received a first-round bye and must make a deep run to keep his hopes alive.

Despite the loss, the Canadian’s performance throughout the tournament was encouraging. Yet, for now, his fate lies in how the rest of the field performs in this final stretch of the season.

Finally No. 1 Again: What’s Next for Sinner?

With the ATP Finals in Turin looming, Sinner has already been installed as one of the clear favorites. His mentally sharp and physically dominant display in Paris is a warning shot to the rest of the field—not only is he back at World No. 1, but he’s possibly in the form of his career.

The upcoming ATP Finals not only give him a chance to cap off a history-making season but also to cement his status as the next great force in men’s tennis.