Querrey & Johnson: 'If Sinner Doesn't Win Indian Wells or Miami, Questions Must Be Asked'

Under Fire from Sam Querrey and Steve Johnson, Jannik Sinner Faces New Pressure at Indian Wells and Miami. After a Mixed Start to the Season, the Italian Must Prove He's Still a Top Contender.

Clément Gehl

le 24/02/2026 à 16h27

1 min to read

On their podcast Nothing Major Show, Sam Querrey and Steve Johnson discussed Jannik Sinner's situation. Defeated in the quarterfinals in Doha and the semifinals at the Australian Open, the Italian is currently having a start to the season far from his expectations.

For the two Americans, the Masters 1000 events at Indian Wells and Miami will be crucial for Sinner: 'There's no need to panic, but I don't think if he wins at Indian Wells or Miami, then we should start asking questions,' Johnson stated.

'He Must Win One'

Querrey, for his part, said: 'Strangely, in my opinion, he absolutely must win one. Otherwise, I think there's really a problem.'

Sinner will have no points to defend during these two tournaments since he was suspended at this time last year.

Sources

thetennisgazette.com

Sinner Jannik

2e, 10400 points

Querrey Sam

Non classé

Johnson Steve

Non classé

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Thanks for the good words of support. And to d smith (cherrycoke) I am moved by your words and wish you had been around to experience what I'm referring to. As it is there are revolving groups of players each week. The ones in question might be moved out to another group 1 week in four. That means for 3 weeks of every 4 there is unfair play. If you are buying boosts the odds are greatly in your f...

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There are a group of players who feel the need to win and spend a bunch of money to add boosts to their predictions. That is ok if they have it to spend. Many of us do not.

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