Jannik Sinner wins Monte Carlo Masters and returns to world number one

On April 12, 2026, Italian tennis player Jannik Sinner defeated Carlos Alcaraz in the final of the Monte Carlo Masters with a score of 7-6 (5), 6-3. The match lasted 2 hours and 15 minutes, marking Sinner's first-ever title on a clay surface. By winning this tournament, the 24-year-old athlete officially reclaimed the world number one position in the ATP rankings. Sinner reached the final after defeating Alexander Zverev in the semifinals, while Alcaraz advanced by winning against Valentin Vacherot. This victory follows Sinner's previous successes at the 2026 Indian Wells and Miami Open tournaments. The win brings his points total to 13,400, allowing him to overtake the 22-year-old Spaniard in the global rankings.