MIAMI, FL – Jannik Sinner continued his impressive form, launching his bid for the coveted “Sunshine Double” with a commanding 6-3, 6-3 victory over Damir Dzumhur in the second round of the 2026 Miami Open on Saturday. The win comes just days after Sinner secured his first trophy of the year at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, setting the stage for a potential repeat of Roger Federer’s 2017 feat of winning both hard-court tournaments in the same season.
The Italian second seed, who was unable to compete in either Indian Wells or Miami last year due to a three-month suspension stemming from a doping violation settlement, displayed a scintillating performance against world No. 76 Dzumhur. Sinner’s precision serving and powerful groundstrokes proved too much for his opponent, dominating the match and showcasing the form that has propelled him to the top of the men’s game.
“Opening games are never easy. I’m very happy with my performance today, now let’s spot what challenge comes next,” Sinner said after the match. The 24-year-vintage similarly highlighted his comfort on the Miami hard courts, noting, “The ball doesn’t bounce too high here, which I really appreciate.”
Sinner’s victory extends his impressive winning streak to 12 consecutive Masters 1000 matches, beginning with his triumph at the Rolex Paris Masters last November. He is now tied with Novak Djokovic for the most consecutive sets won at the Masters 1000 level, having secured 24 sets in a row – a remarkable achievement that underscores his current dominance. The ATP Tour reports that Sinner dropped just eight points behind his delivery during the match.
The match saw Sinner effectively control play, winning 14 of 17 points when approaching the net. This aggressive net play, combined with his powerful baseline game, proved decisive against Dzumhur. Reuters detailed Sinner’s “scintillating display” and his pursuit of the “Sunshine Double.”
Sinner’s path to the Miami Open title continues with a third-round encounter against Corentin Moutet, who defeated Tomas Machac 6-0, 1-6, 6-4. A win against Moutet would give Sinner the opportunity to break Djokovic’s record for consecutive sets won at the Masters 1000 level. Tennis TV highlighted Sinner’s dominant start to his Miami Open campaign.
The 2024 Miami Open champion’s quest for the “Sunshine Double” is gaining momentum, and his performance in Miami will be closely watched by tennis fans worldwide. His ability to maintain this level of play will be crucial as he navigates the challenges of the tournament and aims to etch his name alongside Federer as a winner of both Indian Wells and Miami in the same year.
What comes next for Sinner is a challenging match against Moutet, where he will look to continue his winning streak and move closer to securing the Miami Open title. The tournament promises to be a thrilling showcase of talent, and Sinner’s performance will undoubtedly be a key storyline as the competition progresses.
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