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Alcaraz, Sinner Split Asia Swing as No. 1 Race Tightens

Their split post‑US Open entries could shape a razor‑thin rankings battle heading into Shanghai, Paris and Turin.

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Overview

  • Carlos Alcaraz has entered the Japan Open for his Tokyo debut, while Jannik Sinner will play the China Open in Beijing, with both then targeting Shanghai, Paris and the ATP Finals in Turin.
  • Alcaraz leads the live rankings with 9,590 points, holding a 60‑point edge over Sinner after US Open points adjustments.
  • Ranking math looms over the Asia swing, with Alcaraz set to drop 500 points from last year’s Beijing title and Sinner defending 330 as the 2024 runner‑up.
  • Their rivalry has defined the tour since early 2024, with Alcaraz leading the head‑to‑head 9–5 and the pair claiming the last seven majors between them.
  • At the US Open, Sinner cruised past Vit Kopriva and reflected on his five‑set 2022 clash with Alcaraz as a ‘key’ chapter, while OptaAce noted Sinner has tied Matteo Berrettini for the most Open Era US Open wins by an Italian man (18).