Jannik Sinner has achieved his goal by reaching the quarterfinals at the 2025 Australian Open. The world number 1 defeated a very dangerous opponent like Holger Rune in four sets, overcoming a malaise that hit him between the second and third sets and also forced him to leave the court for assistance.

Jannik Sinner overcame physical issues to beat Holger Rune in the Australian Open round-of-16 and later claimed that he knew he would "struggle" because he woke up feeling unwell. With the two players tied to one set apiece, the defending champion appeared to increasingly start struggling with his movement and overall abilities on the court.