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Sinner's Miami Run: 30 Straight Sets, Sunshine Double Chase

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Jannik Sinner extended his ATP Masters 1,000 dominance to 30 consecutive sets with a 6-2, 6-2 victory over Frances Tiafoe at the Miami Open. The world number two broke Tiafoe in the opening game and never looked back, dropping just nine points on serve across 71 minutes. Sinner broke Novak Djokovic's 10-year record of 24 straight sets on Monday.

The Italian's relentless form has carried him to his fourth Miami semi-final in five appearances, including a 2024 title. Sinner acknowledged Tiafoe's fatigue from previous three-set matches, saying he tried to make it physical early to gain advantage. His next opponent will be either Alexander Zverev or Francisco Cerundolo as he chases the coveted Sunshine Double.

Sinner aims to become the first man since Roger Federer in 2017 to win both Indian Wells and Miami in the same year. The 24-year-old's semi-final appearance continues his remarkable run through the Masters 1,000 circuit, where he's shown no signs of slowing down. The other semi-final features Arthur Fils against Jiri Lehecka.