Jannik Sinner Wins Against Carlos Alcaraz in the Final of the ATP Finals 2025
The expected closure of the “Sincaraz” rivalry in 2025 had a clear winner: Jannik Sinner. The Italian tennis player, currently in second position in the world ranking, defeated number one, Carlos Alcaraz, with a score of 7-6 (4), 7-5, securing the ATP Finals title. This match, which took place on Sunday, was the sixth final between both players so far this year. Sinner, in addition to defending his title in front of his public in Italy, achieved his second victory of the year against Alcaraz, after defeating him in the Wimbledon final.Despite the defeat, Alcaraz had already secured the number one ranking at the end of the year and was playing his first final in this tournament that brings together the eight best players of the season. The history between both tennis players favors Alcaraz, with a record of 10-6 in their matches. I am very happy with the level I played today, with the performance. I played against someone who hasn’t lost an indoor match in two years. I hope they are ready for next year because I will be. Hopefully, we will play more finals against you. Sinner, for his part, anticipated exciting future battles between both players. This year, the pair has faced each other in the finals of the three Grand Slams. Alcaraz defeated Sinner at the French Open, Sinner took revenge at Wimbledon, and Alcaraz prevailed again at the US Open. Furthermore, they faced each other in the final of the Rome Masters, won by Alcaraz, and in the final of the Cincinnati Masters, where Alcaraz prevailed after Sinner’s retirement due to illness. Sinner also conquered the Australian Open, defeating Alexander Zverev in the final, which means that both players won two Grand Slam titles this year. In total, Alcaraz has six Grand Slam titles, while Sinner has four. In the first set, Sinner saved a crucial point with a powerful second serve. The Italian took control of the tiebreak with a great play that included a drop shot and a lob that culminated in a smash.It was an incredible season. Finishing it this way, in front of my Italian fans, is very special for me.
Jannik Sinner
During the match, Alcaraz received medical attention on his right thigh on two occasions and had it bandaged after the first set.I am extremely happy with how I handled the situation.
Jannik Sinner
Sinner, after winning a long point, provoked the euphoria of the public and asked for more noise. The Italian broke Alcaraz’s serve again to close the match, celebrating the victory on the court.It didn’t affect me too much, to be honest, because I was able to run well.
Carlos Alcaraz
Alcaraz led in winning points (28-25), but also committed more unforced errors (26-24). Sinner, seeking to improve his serve after his defeat at the US Open, achieved 8 aces, although he also committed five double faults, while Alcaraz had none. This victory extends Sinner’s streak to 10 consecutive wins in finals, since his defeat in 2023. In addition, Sinner maintains a streak of 31 undefeated matches on indoor hard courts. In the doubles final, Harri Heliovaara and Henry Patten defeated Joe Salisbury and Neal Skupski with a score of 7-5, 6-3.It was a huge emotion.
Jannik Sinner
