WATCH: Jannik Sinner consoles Alexander Zverev as German breaks down in tears after Australian Open heartbreak

Jannik Sinner displayed his sportsmanship with a heartwarming gesture following Alexander Zverev's emotional reaction to losing the 2025 Australian Open final. The German couldn't hold back his tears after falling short in his third attempt to win a maiden Grand Slam title.

Sinner clinched his second consecutive Australian Open title in commanding fashion, claiming a 6-3, 7-6(4), 6-3 victory over Zverev after a two-hour and 42-minute battle. The World No. 1 produced a clinical display, not facing a single break point en route to winning his third Major crown.

Alexander Zverev was visibly devastated after losing his third Grand Slam final, breaking down in tears before the trophy presentation. In a moving gesture, Jannik Sinner approached the German to offer comfort, and the duo shared a warm embrace.

Zverev's despair comes as no surprise, given that the German has been open about his relentless pursuit of his first Major title. Speaking to the press at the ATP Finals last year, the World No. 2 had emphasized his determination to achieve Grand Slam success and attain the top spot in the ATP rankings.

"But for me, it's no secret, I'm searching for that Grand Slam title. I'm searching for World No. 1. I'm searching for the Grand Slams. If it's not Roland Garros, but it's Australia, I'll sign the paper right now, to be honest. Of course, it would be special if it's Paris. If it's anywhere else, I would be just as happy," Zverev said.

Alexander Zverev's wish for 'luck' in Australian Open final against Jannik Sinner goes unfulfilled

Alexander Zverev and Jannik Sinner at the 2025 Australian Open - Source: Getty

Alexander Zverev was aiming to dispel the ghosts of his devastating five-set losses to Dominic Thiem in the 2020 US Open final and Carlos Alcaraz in the 2024 French Open final during his highly anticipated title clash against Jannik Sinner at the Australian Open.

Before the match, Zverev acknowledged he hoped to have "some luck" on his side after his difficult losses in previous Major finals. However, the German's wish was unfulfilled as Sinner delivered an exceptional performance to successfully defend his title.

"Yeah, I mean, look, Grand Slam finals are always difficult. The two best players in the world are playing on that court. I lost twice in a fifth set, once in a fifth set tiebreaker at the US Open. So, I've had my tough losses. I feel like maybe it's time for me to have some luck in the Grand Slam final as well," Zverev said.

Alexander Zverev also held a 4-2 lead in his head-to-head record against Jannik Sinner before the final at the Melbourne Slam, but the World No. 1 has narrowed the gap with his impressive victory.