Sinner: "I Play to Win Tournaments, Ranking Points Are Secondary"

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Jannik Sinner is already in clay court mode. The reigning champion of the Miami Open and Indian Wells is embarking on a clay court tour filled with goals and expectations. From winning his first significant tournament on this surface to taking the world number one spot from Carlos Alcaraz. His first opportunity comes at the Masters 1000 in Monte Carlo.

The Italian is facing his first clay court tour where he is as much of a favorite as Alcaraz. Up to this point, the San Candido native has never managed to showcase his best level on clay, whether due to injuries or the suspension from his positive test for Clostebol last year. In this 2026, after his triumphant Sunshine Double, his name is now listed alongside the Spaniard as a favorite for all tournaments in the upcoming months.

Furthermore, in Monaco, he will have the incentive to regain the world number one spot, either by winning the tournament or by finishing in a round superior to Alcaraz starting from the round of 16. Although it will be a constant struggle throughout 2026, regaining the lead in the favorite tour of his top rival always provides an extra boost of motivation.

Regarding his chances of defending the tennis world title, as well as his aspirations in a Masters 1000 in Monte Carlo that is played in his place of residence, he spoke in statements collected by Univers Tennis at the Media Day before his debut, which will be against Ugo Humbert or Moise Kouame.

Jannik Sinner is eager to start the clay court tour

"We have worked hard. It is a different surface; we all know that it is more physically demanding. Last year I played well on this surface, so we'll see how it goes for me this year. But I believe that doing very long sessions under the heat helped me a lot, and in the United States, I didn't struggle with that."

He sees Monte Carlo as a tournament for "preparation" for the rest of the tour

"It is a good tournament to play in any case. It is a good tournament as preparation for the upcoming tournaments. Having the opportunity to play at least one official match is important, and then sleeping at home, feeling at home here, is a very positive thing."

Clay is not his best surface, but he manages on it

"Every player has their preferences. Personally, I like to play on clay. It is not my favorite surface, but I think I can play good tennis on it."

He downplays the opportunity to return to being the world number one

"When you are an elite player, you play to win trophies. The ranking points, in a way, are secondary. It is not a single tournament that defines if someone is number one or number two. For me, it is a tournament that I enjoy playing, and I am very happy to be here. Of course, I try to win as many matches as possible," says a Jannik Sinner eager to begin a tour that could well shape the season.
 

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