Carlos Alcaraz claimed victory at the French Open on Sunday, achieving his second consecutive title at the prestigious tournament in a marathon match that lasted 5 1/2 hours.
The 22-year-old Spaniard faced off against fellow young star Jannik Sinner, in a matchup that brought together the tournament’s top two seeds in what many are calling an instant classic.
Alcaraz showcased remarkable resilience as he made a stunning comeback after losing the first two sets. The final score was 4-6, 6-7 (4), 6-4, 7-6 (3), 7-6 (10-2), securing Alcaraz his fifth Grand Slam title.
With this win, Alcaraz becomes the third-youngest man, surpassed only by legends Bjorn Borg and Rafael Nadal, to claim five major championships.
The thrilling encounter highlighted both players’ skill and determination, with Sinner, who was riding high after winning the 2024 US Open and the 2025 Australian Open, ultimately falling short.
In a post-match statement, Alcaraz praised Sinner, stating, “I’m pretty sure you’re going to be a champion, not once, but many many times. It’s a privilege to share the court with you in every tournament, making history with you.”
The match began with Sinner taking an opening lead, winning the first set 6-4, controlling early exchanges with a powerful game.
In the second set, Sinner surged ahead to a 4-1 lead before Alcaraz rallied to even things at 5-5. Alas, Sinner maintained his composure, ultimately clinching the set in a tiebreak, putting Alcaraz in a tough position.
The third set marked a turning point for Alcaraz, who despite losing the crowd’s favor, recaptured their support by delivering a series of impressive points. He seized a 6-4 victory, akin to Sinner’s earlier performance in the first set.
The tension remained high in the fourth set. Alcaraz initially held an edge, but Sinner fought back valiantly, securing a lead of 5-3. Facing three championship points, Alcaraz exhibited extraordinary tenacity, recovering to win the set in a dramatic fashion.
As the deciding set began, Sinner appeared fatigued, enabling Alcaraz to break serve early, gaining a significant advantage. However, Sinner managed to rally back, breaking Alcaraz’s service late in the set to force another tiebreak.
As the match progressed, it became clear that Alcaraz maintained control and energy, eventually overwhelming Sinner to win the decisive tiebreak 10-2.
This remarkable final not only added another trophy to Alcaraz’s growing collection but also underscored his prowess in five-set matches, where he now holds a record of 13 wins against just one loss.
On the other hand, Sinner continues to seek his first victory in matches extending beyond four hours, a challenge that will surely provoke thoughts as he reflects on this phenomenal contest against one of the game’s brightest stars.
This match, declared the longest in Roland-Garros history, will be remembered not only for its length but for the high-quality tennis exhibited by both players, setting the stage for future encounters in their promising careers.
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