Top 10 Longest Grand Slam Winning Streaks in Men's Singles Tennis History

Winning multiple Grand Slam titles in tennis is a true measure of a player's adaptability, skill, and dominance across various surfaces and playing conditions. Achieving this level of consistent excellence is exceptionally rare.

In this article, let’s take a closer look at the top 10 longest grand slam winning streaks in men's singles tennis history.

10. Andre Agassi – 18 matches (1994 US Open to 1995 French Open)

Andre Agassi’s 18-match Grand Slam win streak signaled a powerful resurgence in his career. Capturing the 1994 US Open and following it up with victory at the 1995 Australian Open, Agassi showcased his remarkable versatility across surfaces. Although his streak came to an end at Roland Garros, his dazzling shot-making and renewed mental toughness during this period firmly re-established him as one of tennis’s premier stars.

9. Jannik Sinner – 19 matches (2024 US Open to 2025 Roland Garros)

Jannik Sinner - Top 10 Longest Grand Slam Winning Streaks in Men's Singles Tennis History
Jannik Sinner (Credits - ATP Tour)

Jannik Sinner's remarkable run in 2025 began with his breakthrough triumph at the 2024 US Open, where he captured his maiden Grand Slam title. Riding that momentum, the Italian stormed through the Australian Open and continued his dominant form into the latter stages of Roland Garros 2025, dismantling top seeds with his fearless baseline assault.

However, his streak came to a dramatic halt in the Paris final, where Carlos Alcaraz mounted a stunning comeback from two sets down to snatch the title, delivering one of the tournament’s most electrifying performances.

8. John McEnroe – 20 matches (1981 Wimbledon to 1982 Wimbledon)

John McEnroe’s 20-match Grand Slam winning streak began with his triumphant 1981 Wimbledon title, where his sublime touch and masterful volleying were unmatched. He followed it up with a US Open victory and strong performances in Australia, showcasing both consistency and brilliance.

During this remarkable run, McEnroe combined artistic finesse with fiery aggression, creating one of the most memorable campaigns in tennis history. At a time when he was the sport’s most captivating figure, his dominance on court reflected both his unique talent and unrelenting competitive spirit.

7. Bjorn Borg – 20 matches (1978 French Open to 1978 US Open)

Bjorn Borg went on an incredible 20-match winning streak in 1978, starting with his victory at the French Open and continuing through Wimbledon, where he was almost unbeatable on grass. He was known for his calm under pressure, rock-solid baseline play, and heavy topspin that wore opponents down. Borg made it look effortless, staying cool while others cracked. The streak ended at the US Open, but that summer run is still remembered as one of the greatest in tennis history.

6. Rafael Nadal – 25 matches (2010 French Open to 2011 Australian Open)

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Rafael Nadal (Credits - Fox Sports)

Rafael Nadal’s remarkable 25-match winning streak underscored his dominance on clay and his unmatched adaptability across surfaces. The run began with his 2010 Roland Garros triumph, continued through victories at Wimbledon and the US Open, and concluded in the quarterfinals of the 2011 Australian Open.

With his 2010 campaign, Nadal became the first man in the Open Era to win the French Open, Wimbledon, and US Open in the same calendar year — a testament to his all-court prowess. His commanding performances on the hard courts of Flushing Meadows, especially his epic US Open final victory over Novak Djokovic, solidified his status as one of the sport’s greatest champions.

5. Pete Sampras – 25 matches (1993 Wimbledon to 1994 French Open)

Pete Sampras’s streak began at Wimbledon in 1993, where his serve-and-volley game was nearly untouchable. He followed that up with victories at the US Open and Australian Open, proving his dominance on fast courts.

The run ended at the 1994 French Open, a tournament that often posed problems for him due to its slow clay surface. Still, this stretch featured some of the most dominant performances of his career—especially at Wimbledon, where he built a lasting legacy and held the men’s singles title record until Roger Federer surpassed it.

4. Jimmy Connors – 25 matches (1974 Australian Open to 1975 Australian Open)

Jimmy Connors’s remarkable 25-match winning streak in Grand Slam tournaments kicked off with his triumph at the 1974 Australian Open. That year, his relentless aggressive baseline play and fiery intensity propelled him to victory not only Down Under but also at Wimbledon and the US Open. Connors’s fierce determination and powerful style dominated the tennis world, allowing him to capture three of the four major titles in a single unforgettable season.

3. Roger Federer – 27 matches (2005 Wimbledon to 2006 French Open)

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Roger Federer (Credits - Tennis.com)

Roger Federer’s incredible 27-match winning streak spanned from Wimbledon 2005 through to the 2006 French Open final. During this dominant run, he secured his fourth consecutive Wimbledon title, triumphed at the 2005 US Open, captured the 2006 Australian Open crown, and made his first-ever appearance in the Roland Garros final—where he ultimately fell to Rafael Nadal.

This streak showcased Federer’s seemingly effortless shot-making and his commanding presence on both grass and hard courts. It was during this period that the foundation of the “Big 2” era was cemented, with Federer and Nadal establishing their supremacy—setting the stage for Novak Djokovic to join the elite ranks in the years that followed.

2. Rod Laver – 29 matches (1969 Australian Open to 1970 Wimbledon)

Rod Laver’s legendary streak reached its pinnacle in 1969 when he completed the calendar-year Grand Slam—the only man to achieve this feat in the Open Era. At 30 years old, Laver dominated all four major tournaments—the Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and US Open—showcasing his extraordinary all-court mastery.

The Australian’s heroic run featured epic battles against formidable rivals like Ken Rosewall and Tony Roche, highlighting his unmatched versatility on both grass and clay courts. Laver’s enduring legacy is honored by having the premier stadium in Melbourne, the home of the Australian Open, named in his honor—a lasting tribute to one of tennis’s greatest champions.

1. Novak Djokovic – 30 matches (2015 Wimbledon to 2016 Wimbledon)

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Novak Djokovic (Credits - ATP Tour)

Novak Djokovic’s 30-match winning streak in Grand Slam tournaments stands as the longest in the Open Era, stretching across four major events and culminating in his 2016 French Open victory. This triumph not only completed his career Grand Slam but also secured him the rare achievement of a non-calendar year Grand Slam.

Throughout this extraordinary run, Djokovic consistently overcame tennis legends like Federer, Murray, and Nadal with remarkable precision and dominance. His level of play was so commanding that he captured three of the four Grand Slams four times during this period. Although his streak came to an end at Wimbledon 2016, this era remains one of the most defining and remarkable chapters in modern tennis history.

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