Archive · 22 Jan 2026
Sinner Wins 16th Straight at Australian Open 2026
Jannik Sinner, the two-time defending Australian Open champion, won his 16th straight match at the Australian Open 2026.
He beat James Duckworth in straight sets, taking only 1 hour and 49 minutes to win.
Sinner is on a 17-match winning streak across all events.
He said he felt strong and confident, both physically and mentally, and that he had put in a lot of hard work.
He also mentioned how special it is to play at the Australian Open and on Rod Laver Arena.
His last loss was in October 2025 to Tallon Griekspoor in Shanghai.
Jannik Sinner won his 16th straight match at the Australian Open 2026, beating James Duckworth 6-1, 6-4, 6-2.
The match lasted 1 hour and 49 minutes.
Sinner is on a 17-match winning streak across all events.
He last lost in October 2025 to Tallon Griekspoor in Shanghai.
Sinner expressed happiness with his performance, especially his serving and returning, and felt physically and mentally strong.
- Who
- Jannik Sinner, James Duckworth
- What
- Australian Open 2026 match
- When
- January 22, 2026
- Where
- Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
- Why
- Sinner's 16th straight win at Australian Open and 17th overall
- Player
- Jannik Sinner
- Opponent
- James Duckworth
- Match Duration
- 1 hour and 49 minutes
- Match Score
- 6-1, 6-4, 6-2
- Winning Streak
- 16 straight wins at Australian Open, 17 overall
- Last Loss
- October 2025 to Tallon Griekspoor in Shanghai
- Venue
- Rod Laver Arena, Melbourne
- Date
- January 22, 2026