Jannik Sinner marked his 31st consecutive victory at a Masters 1000, tying Djokovic’s record, after a 6‑2 6‑3 win over Andrea Pellegrino at the Foro Italico. The 23‑year‑old’s run positions him just one title shy of Djokovic’s exclusive nine‑title haul.

Sinner’s triumph follows a flawless Madrid sweep, adding a fifth straight Masters title to his résumé. With only two sets lost since February, the world No. 1 eyes a historic collection of nine top‑tier trophies, a feat achieved only by Djokovic.

In the men’s quarter‑finals, Sinner will square off against Andrey Rublev, who stunned Zverev earlier. Meanwhile, Italian newcomer Luciano Darderi’s win over Zverev highlighted uneven court conditions, a concern voiced by the second seed.

On the women’s side, Coco Gauff rallied from a set down to defeat Mirra Andreeva 4‑6 6‑2 6‑4, showcasing resilience that could propel her deeper into the tournament.