World Number Two Jannik Sinner Weighs Participation in Monte Carlo Masters Following Exhausting Sunshine Double Victory

Jannik Sinner considers skipping the Monte Carlo Masters singles draw to recover from his Sunshine Double win, though he remains on the doubles entry list.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 3, 2026, 6:04 AM EDT

Source: Information for this report was sourced from Tennis365

The Physical Toll of Championship Success

After a grueling and historic run through Indian Wells and Miami, Jannik Sinner faces a narrow window for recovery before the start of the European clay-court season. Having secured consecutive titles on American hard courts, the world number two admitted that his primary focus is now on physical restoration rather than immediate competition. The transition from the high-bouncing hard courts of Florida to the slow red clay of Monaco requires significant biomechanical adjustments, leading to internal discussions about whether a period of rest is more beneficial than an immediate return to the ATP 1000 circuit.

A Strategic Opportunity for Ranking Points

Despite the fatigue, the lure of the Monte Carlo Masters remains strong due to the significant ranking points available. Because Sinner did not participate in the 2025 edition, he has zero points to defend, meaning every victory in the Principality would directly increase his total and bolster his pursuit of the world number one ranking. According to Koen Bergs, the father of Sinner’s prospective doubles partner, the 1,000 points on offer for the champion represent a tempting incentive that could ultimately tip the scales in favor of his participation.

An Unexpected Partnership in the Doubles Draw

While his singles status remains uncertain, Sinner has already made headlines by reaching out to Belgian player Zizou Bergs to form a doubles pairing for the event. The duo first crossed paths at the Paris Masters and recently spent time training together at Indian Wells. According to the Bergs family, the invitation came as a surprise, as Zizou had not expected the world number two to initiate the partnership. This collaboration suggests that Sinner intends to be present in Monte Carlo, even if he eventually decides to scale back his competitive workload.