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Sonego displays his ambitions: "I feel I can still achieve something"

On the eve of a decisive 2026 season, Lorenzo Sonego approaches the Australian Open with renewed confidence. The world number 39 wants to turn pressure into a driving force to reach a new level and finally aim for the top 20.
Sonego displays his ambitions: I feel I can still achieve something
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Clément Gehl
le 14/12/2025 à 15h05
2 min to read

Lorenzo Sonego, currently ranked 39th in the world, will begin the 2026 season with a rather complicated task: defending his quarterfinal finish that he achieved at the Australian Open last season.

In an interview with Tuttosport, the Italian approaches the upcoming season with confidence and determination: "Breaking into the top 20 and surpassing my current best ranking, 21st place, is no longer enough for me to progress. I feel I can still achieve something, and the work we are doing and will continue to do is precisely aimed in that direction.

"Competition is intensifying"

Competition is intensifying and new players are emerging. How to maintain one's level? Tennis is an extremely competitive sport and one must never lose motivation, relying on the experience gained over the years to make the difference, especially against young talents.

Then, it's necessary to have the strength and desire to constantly get back into the match, even after a major tournament or a remarkable performance. The challenge, even internal, must never fade.

Grand Slam tournaments are the goal of every professional player. It will be crucial to approach each match one after another, without fearing the loss of points. The path is always fraught with obstacles and must be managed well. I wish to play more on clay, the surface on which I was born and raised. That's why, after Melbourne, I will participate in tournaments in South America."

Lorenzo Sonego
39e, 1265 points
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