Sinner broke (or equalled) several records himself, such as joining Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic (twice), Ivan Lendl, and John McEnroe in winning three consecutive Grand Slam titles on hard courts.
But Zverev’s backhand, which is typically his best shot, also let him down too many times with 11 unforced errors in the second set when he needed to make his push. Despite earning no break ...
Zverev ends a long rally by dumping a forehand in the tramlines. Championship point to Sinner. And he will need to win it on his second serve, which he does with a backhand crosscourt pass.