Number one Jannik Sinner hammered Britain’s Cameron Norrie into the Madrid Open quarter‑finals, dispatching the Brit in straight sets. A 6‑2 first set followed by a 6‑1 second saw Sinner break twice early and never look back. The win marks only the second player ever to claim the first 20 Masters 1000 matches of a season.

Earlier in the match, Norrie held serve through the opening game, but Sinner’s powerful baseline rallies cut the lead to 6‑2. A brief rally of Norrie's broke back, yet the Italian maintained composure, forcing the Brit into a 5‑5 tie before sealing the set. The clash was the players’ first competitive meeting. in Madrid that night.

Sinner’s record‑tying run echoes Novak Djokovic’s 2011 and 2015 feats, placing him alongside the legendary Serbian in an exclusive club. The Italian’s confidence swells as he eyes the quarter‑final against either Kopriva or Jodar, while the tournament’s late‑night scheduling raises concerns about player recovery and match quality for the rest of the tournament final stage.

Sinner’s flawless start not only bolsters his quest for a fourth Masters title but also pressures rivals to elevate their game. With the Madrid Open a stepping stone to the clay swing, fans can anticipate high‑stakes showdown as he faces a tough opponent in the quarters, hungry to keep his historic streak alive for the.