Sinner Defeats Michelsen in Miami, Reaches Quarterfinals & Extends Win Streak

Sinner Advances to Miami Open Quarterfinals, Faces Atmane or Tiafoe

Jannik Sinner continued his dominant run at the Miami Open, securing his place in the quarterfinals with a 7-5, 7-6(4) victory over Alex Michelsen on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. Sinner has now won 14 consecutive Masters 1000 matches, all in straight sets. He becomes the third man to reach the quarterfinals in his first five appearances in Miami, joining Yannick Noah and Stefan Edberg, and the ninth active player to reach 20 quarterfinals in the Masters 1000 series.

Match Recap: Sinner vs. Michelsen

Michelsen, despite being ahead 5-2 in the second set, faced a break point when serving for the match. Sinner demonstrated resilience, capitalizing on a crucial break to force a tiebreak. In the tiebreak, Sinner secured a mini-break early on with a stunning point featuring a lob, diagonal forehand, and ultimately a winning forehand pass.

The match was marked by Sinner’s aggressive play and powerful serving, recording 15 aces throughout the contest. A pivotal moment occurred when Sinner broke Michelsen’s serve in the fourth game of the second set, showcasing his ability to transition from defense to counterattack.

Looking Ahead: Quarterfinal Matchup

In the quarterfinals, Sinner will face either France’s Terence Atmane or American Frances Tiafoe. Predictions suggest Tiafoe may have the edge over Atmane due to his fitness and experience, despite a grueling previous match.

Sinner’s quest to complete the Sunshine Double – winning both Indian Wells and Miami – continues, with just four wins now separating him from this historic achievement.