Jannik Sinner wins third straight Fans’ Favourite award after a whirlwind 2025 season

Jannik Sinner closed out his extraordinary 2025 season not only with trophies but also with the affection of fans worldwide, earning the ATP Fans’ Favourite award for the third consecutive year. The 23-year-old Italian celebrated the recognition almost immediately, posting a heartfelt message across his social platforms to acknowledge those who voted for him.

The Italian star expressed profound gratitude in his message, making it clear that the support he receives has become a defining motivator in his career. “Thank you so much for voting for me,” Sinner said in a special message for fans. “Winning the Fans' Favourite award once again means the world to me, especially because of you guys. It has been a very intense year, but you give me so much energy and love, especially when I go on court and perform in front of you.”

Sinner emphasised that fan support fuels his pursuit of excellence, particularly during a season in which he played some of the best tennis of his career. “It's the best feeling for us tennis players, so thank you so much,” he continued. “I will prepare myself in the best possible way to be ready for next year, and see you all very, very soon.”

The Fans’ Favourite award adds to a growing résumé of ATP honours for Sinner. Having previously won Newcomer of the Year in 2019 and Most Improved Player in 2024, Sinner has become a fixture at the ATP Awards. However, his stranglehold on the popularity award suggests he is beginning to follow the path of Roger Federer.

The Swiss Maestro was the absolute dominator of this category throughout practically his entire career, winning the Fans' Favourite Player award a total of 19 times between 2003 and 2021, a streak that only ended upon his retirement. In 2022, the honor passed to Rafael Nadal, but for the last three seasons, the award has firmly belonged to Sinner.

The 2025 campaign began with Sinner successfully defending his title at the Australian Open, reinforcing his reputation as one of the toughest players on hard courts. However, the season took a complicated turn with a three-month suspension following a doping controversy. It was a challenging period for the 24-year-old, but the Italian managed to navigate the turbulence without losing the backing of his supporters.

He made his return at the Italian Open in May—just prior to Roland Garros—playing at an incredibly high level immediately upon arrival. He reached the final in his first tournament back, only to fall to Carlos Alcaraz. His rivalry with the Spaniard intensified significantly this season, as they faced off in three Grand Slam finals. Sinner emerged victorious at Wimbledon in four sets, while at the French Open, he wasted match points, allowing Alcaraz to recover and claim the title.

Across the 12 events he entered in 2025, Sinner reached the final in all but two tournaments—Halle and Shanghai—displaying a level of consistency rarely seen on Tour. He finished with a year-end 58-6 win-loss record and a remarkable end-of-season run: a 15-match winning streak that included titles in Vienna, Paris, and the Nitto ATP Finals, where he did not drop a single set for the second straight year.

His performance at the ATP Finals in Turin cemented his standing as the Tour’s most reliable big-match competitor. Sinner’s victory in front of his home fans created an electric atmosphere and propelled him to finish the season as World No. 2, trailing only Alcaraz. Such dominance has raised expectations for what many believe could be his first year ending as World No. 1, especially given his confidence and fitness entering 2026.