“I miss those days when rivals hated each other”

Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz will return to action at the ATP Finals this year. The Italian is the reigning event champion and will enter after a successful run at the Paris Masters.

Alcaraz and Sinner have been the two best players this year. While the Spaniard claimed honors in Paris and New York, Sinner defended her title in Melbourne and captured her maiden crown at Wimbledon.

Both players have arrived in Turin for the ATP Finals. As fans awaited an intense rivalry at the final event of the season, the two surprised everyone by sharing a cheerful selfie after a friendly workout on the track.

Here's how fans reacted to X after seeing his latest selfie.

“I miss those days when rivals hated each other,” said one user

Another fan urged them to maintain the camaraderie just off the court:

“Nice selfie!! (Please don't be cute with the tennis we need to win).”

This user wanted it witness a rivalry like Serena Williams and Maria Sharapova.

“I desperately need the Serena/Maria rivalry.”

Another fan appreciate the respect they shared for each other.

“Precious message that they are giving to all those who follow this sport and especially to the children, a great rivalry but always prioritizing mutual respect!!! Thank you for the year they have given us and for those that are sure to come.”

This user was surprised to witness the lack of intensity with the top spot in the ATP online ranking.

“Is it a battle for the number one spot?”

This fan felt that their friendship it affected the intensity of their matches.

“They're too nice for me! I liked it when the opponents didn't like each other! It made their matches very intense.

“I think it's special, splitting Grand Slams, fighting for the big things” – Carlos Alcaraz on his rivalry with Jannik Sinner

Carlos Alcaraz has defeated Jannik Sinner four times this year. He is ahead of the Italian with 250 points in the ATP ranking.

Alcaraz spoke about his rivalry with Sinner after defeating him in the US Open final. The Spaniard also revealed that his training is focused on beating Sinner on tour.

“For me it's great” Carlos Alcaraz saidwho explained how fighting Sinner helps him improve. “I think we push each other to the limit every time. My training is focused on seeing how I can get better just to beat Jannik. So I think the rivalry, it's special, splitting Grand Slams, fighting for the big things.”

The 22-year-old has won eight titles this year, including two Majors. He will be keen to finish strong and make his mark in Turin.

Alcaraz will enter Turin after a second round start in Paris. Despite a resistant performance against Cameron Norriethe Brit beat him 4-6, 6-3, 6-4.