Jannik Sinner equals Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic in incredible statistic at the French Open

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Jannik Sinner has continued his flawless run at the French Open after another straight-sets victory in the third round.

Sinner defeated Jiri Lehecka 6-0, 6-1, 6-2 to book his place in the round of 16 at Roland Garros for the second year in a row.

The Italian has not dropped a set in Paris, earning comfortable wins over Arthur Rinderknech, Richard Gasquet, and Lehecka.

As the first seed at the tournament, Sinner is among the heavy favourites to win the French Open, and in his pursuit of a fourth Grand Slam title, he continues to break records.

Jannik Sinner equals the big three in incredible record after third-round win at Roland Garros

With his triumph over Lehecka, Sinner became the fourth player since 2000 to win 17 or more consecutive men’s singles matches at Grand Slam events, according to OptaAce.

He joins tennis legends Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic as the only players to complete the feat.

Djokovic held the longest win streak at majors since 2000, tallying 30 consecutive victories, compared to Federer’s total of 27, and Nadal’s 25 straight wins.

Sinner’s streak of 17 dates back to the start of the US Open, which he went on to win, defeating Taylor Fritz in the final.

The world number one is also the only men’s player to reach the round of 16 at each of the last eight Grand Slams.

Jannik Sinner becomes the Italian player with the most wins at Grand Slams

Sinner is now the joint leader in Italian players with the most wins at Grand Slam events in the Open Era.

At just 23 years of age, he has tied Fabio Fognini’s 71 victories at majors, and isn’t showing any signs of slowing down.

Below him in the list are retired players Andreas Seppi and Adriano Panatta, who have 63 and 62 wins, respectively.

Former Wimbledon finalist Matteo Berrettini, who withdrew from Roland Garros due to injury, has 50 wins to his name at Grand Slams.