2024 Shanghai Masters: Jannik Sinner Defeats Novak Djokovic to Claim Men’s Singles Title

In a thrilling showdown at the Shanghai Masters, world number one Jannik Sinner emerged victorious over Novak Djokovic, clinching the title with a scoreline of 7-6 (7/4), 6-3. The match, held on Sunday, marked a significant moment in Sinner’s burgeoning career, as he not only secured his first Shanghai Masters title but also denied Djokovic the opportunity to achieve his 100th career singles title.

The final was characterized by intense competition and showcased the skills of both players in front of an enthusiastic crowd. From the outset, neither Sinner nor Djokovic showed signs of yielding, making the first set a nail-biting affair. Both players displayed exceptional serving, with neither able to break the other’s serve throughout the set.

About Jannik Sinner

Sinner, who clinched the ATP Year-End No. 1 honours on Saturday following his semi-final win over Tomas Machac, finished out the match to claim his third Masters 1000 title of 2024. It was the latest in a breakthrough season for the 23-year-old who earned seven titles in 2024, including the Australian Open and US Open crowns.