Alkaras emerges victorious over Sinner in Roland Garros, claiming the trophy.
In a thrilling display of tennis, Carlos Alcaraz, the 22-year-old Spanish sensation, clinched the French Open title against Italy's Jannick Sinner in a gruelling five-hour final match. This victory marks Alcaraz as the first player born in the 2000s to achieve the milestone of 20 ATP Tour titles.
The French Open, one of the four Grand Slam tournaments played on clay, saw a total prize money of over €56.35 million. Alcaraz earned an impressive €2.9 million for his victory. The final match between Alcaraz and Sinner lasted a record 5 hours and 29 minutes, making it one of the longest matches in the tournament's history.
Alcaraz's victory at Roland Garros also makes him the third-youngest player in history to win five Grand Slam singles titles. He follows in the footsteps of the legendary Rod Laver and the unparalleled Novak Djokovic, who are the only other players in the Open Era to have won a Grand Slam singles title after saving match points. Alcaraz joined this elite group by saving three match points on his serve at 3-5 in the fourth set of the final match.
Meanwhile, Sinner, at 23, made history as the 29th player and the first Italian to reach No. 1 in the ATP rankings in June 2024. Despite losing the French Open final, Sinner will maintain a significant lead of 2030 points at the top of the rankings. Sinner's impressive run in 2024 saw him win the US Open and also contribute to Italy's Davis Cup victories in 2023 and 2024.
In addition, American Coco Gauff won the women's singles title at the French Open this year, marking her first Grand Slam victory. Sinner has 19 ATP Tour titles to his name, including the US Open in 2024.
As the tennis season continues, both Alcaraz and Sinner are set to challenge each other and the legends of the sport, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in the game.
Tennis, with its consistent presence in the limelight, will feature the rivalry between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannick Sinner, both showcasing their prowess in Grand Slam tournaments. Alcaraz, having secured the French Open title, is now aiming to add more sports victories to his growing list of 20 ATP Tour titles.
