PIF Archives - Tennis Grandstand

ATP and PIF have today unveiled ATP Tennis IQ Powered by PIF, an enhanced performance analytics platform delivering richer data insights to all singles players across the PIF ATP Rankings.

The platform will empower around 2,000 players across the ATP Tour and ATP Challenger Tour to reach their full performance potential, unlocking opportunities and levelling the playing field, from emerging talent through to the top players of the sport.

ATP Tennis IQ Powered by PIF reflects the shared vision between ATP and PIF to elevate the sport through innovation and improved access to cutting-edge technology. The platform delivers richer data and analytics in real time, in the form of advanced scouting, video analysis and wearables insights.

Ross Hutchins, Chief Sporting Officer, ATP, said: “One of the things we’re most proud of with ATP Tennis IQ Powered by PIF is putting high quality data insights into the hands of more players – enabling easy access to information that can genuinely impact their careers. We’ve also made big strides in the sophistication of the platform itself. Working with PIF has accelerated that progress – scaling faster, supporting more players, and delivering one of the biggest technological step changes in the sport.”

Mohamed AlSayyad, Head of Corporate Brand at PIF, added: “PIF is invested in better. Our partnerships are designed to address critical needs and leave a legacy of transformative impact, built on a shared ambition to elevate every level of sport at a global scale. ATP Tennis IQ Powered by PIF embodies how innovation can empower athletes. PIF remains committed to driving partnerships in sport to catalyse innovation, expand opportunity, and support the next generation of talent.”

Initially launched in 2023, the platform was developed in collaboration with Tennis Data Innovations (TDI) and TennisViz. The new version builds on the original platform, adding depth and scale:

Broader access for players across the ATP Tour and ATP Challenger Tour, in addition to all ATP coach members
Upgraded interface for faster, more intuitive use

Enhanced scouting and video tools to analyse opponents and match performance
Wearables integration to bring physical performance data into focus

These upgrades put richer data and analytics at players’ fingertips in real time – helping them to better prepare, improve training techniques, refine and modify strategy and make better in-match decisions.

This launch is part of ATP and PIF’s broader partnership focused on enhancing global tennis and its long-term future. PIF is the official naming partner of the ATP Rankings, celebrating players’ journeys and progress across the season and championing excellence as the Year-End No. 1, presented by PIF, is crowned at the Nitto ATP Finals in Turin, Italy.

PIF partners with ATP Tour events in Indian Wells, Miami, Madrid, Beijing and the Nitto ATP Finals, in addition to the Next Gen ATP Finals Presented by PIF, hosted in Jeddah until 2027.

LONDON – Jannik Sinner has today become the No. 1 player in the PIF ATP Rankings. He is the first Italian man or woman to reach World No. 1 in singles since computerised rankings were introduced in 1973.

The 22-year-old began the year at World No. 4. But with a remarkable surge to start 2024, highlighted by his first major title at the Australian Open, an ATP Masters 1000 title in Miami and semi-finals at Indian Wells, Monte-Carlo and Roland Garros, Sinner is now the 29th player to stand at the summit of men’s professional tennis.

“It represents a great result of work ethic. Me and my team, it was one of our goals these years. But the most important goal is always to improve as a player and as a person, surrounding myself with great people. I think I can be very happy and pleased with what I’m doing and what my team is doing,” Sinner said. “In the last period I’ve played some really good tennis. I’m very happy to be in this position.”

Andrea Gaudenzi, ATP Chairman, said: “Jannik’s rise to World No. 1 has been nothing short of remarkable. This is our sport’s most challenging and impressive accomplishment, requiring immense dedication, determination and self-belief. It’s reflected by the exclusive list of tennis greats who have held the top spot, with Jannik becoming only the 29th player to achieve the No. 1 ranking in over 50 years of history. Jannik can be immensely proud of everything he has accomplished. On behalf of the ATP, we are thrilled to join his many fans in celebrating this moment. At just 22 years old, he has an incredible road ahead. It will be fascinating to watch his journey continue.”

Sinner first entered the PIF ATP Rankings on 12 February 2018 aged 16 and less than two years later, on 28 October 2019, he cracked the world’s Top 100. Shortly thereafter, the Italian won the Next Gen ATP Finals presented by PIF at just 18 years of age.

Over the past 52 weeks, during which Sinner has earned the points that helped him to World No. 1, he has tallied a 15-4 record against Top 10 opponents. Nine of his victories during that stretch have come against current or former World No. 1s: Novak Djokovic (3), Carlos Alcaraz (1) and Daniil Medvedev (5).

Entering last August’s National Bank Open presented by Rogers, Sinner had never lifted an ATP Masters 1000 or major trophy. Since then he has claimed six titles, including Masters 1000 triumphs in Toronto and Miami, as well as his maiden Grand Slam victory at Melbourne Park. His other crowns came at ATP 500 events: Beijing, Vienna and Rotterdam.

One of Sinner’s biggest highlights came at last year’s Nitto ATP Finals, where he competed for the second time. The Italian won his group with an undefeated record before defeating Medvedev to reach the championship match. His run further boosted his stardom both at home and around the globe.

Immediately following that run, Sinner led Italy to Davis Cup glory for the first time since 1976. It was just the country’s second victory in the event.

Sinner’s rise to No.1 brings Djokovic’s current stint at the top to a close. The Serbian has spent a record 428 total weeks at No.1 to date. Sinner joins a list of six active players who have ascended to World No. 1: Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, Andy Murray, Medvedev and Alcaraz.

Click here to download high-resolution photos of new World No. 1 Jannik Sinner that are rights free for editorial use. Mandatory credit: Corinne Dubreuil/ATP Tour.

PIF

ATP, PIF Announce ATP Tennis IQ Powered by PIF Analytics Platform For Singles Players

Jannik Sinner Ascends To No. 1 In PIF ATP Rankings