Carlos Alcaraz continues to assert his dominance over Jannik Sinner in 2025, further solidifying his status in the race for the top spot in men’s tennis. The two players have faced each other six times this year, with each securing two Grand Slam titles. Their latest encounter at the ATP Finals saw Sinner achieve his second victory over Alcaraz this season, bringing their head-to-head record to 10-6 in favor of the Spaniard.
Alcaraz’s Serving Performance Stands Out
This year, Alcaraz has made remarkable improvements to his serving game. He concluded the season with a total of 463 aces, a significant increase of 198 aces compared to his performance in 2024. In contrast, Sinner recorded 405 aces in 2025, a decline from the 563 aces he achieved the previous year. Notably, Sinner’s reduction in aces can be attributed in part to his suspension at the beginning of the season, which limited his match play.
Alcaraz’s average of 5.8 aces per match represents a rise of 1.7 aces from last year. This enhanced serving ability has allowed him to hit more winners than Sinner in six out of their last eight encounters. This trend underscores his growth and effective strategy on the court.
Comparing the Top Ace Leaders
Despite his impressive serving statistics, Alcaraz ranks just 14th among the top ace leaders for the year. Taylor Fritz leads the list with a staggering 867 aces, followed by players like Reilly Opelka, Felix Auger-Aliassime, Jakub Mensik, and Alexander Bublik. Meanwhile, Sinner, after missing a significant portion of the season due to suspension, still managed to secure a position in the top 20, placing 19th on the ATP ace leaderboard.
Just ahead of Sinner, Novak Djokovic ranks 18th, having recorded 138 more aces this season compared to the last. This highlights the competitive nature of the current tennis landscape, where serving prowess can significantly influence a player’s success.
As the year progresses, both Alcaraz and Sinner will continue to be pivotal figures in men’s tennis, with their performances promising to captivate fans and shape the competitive dynamic on the ATP Tour.
