Paris, June 8: Spanish tennis sensation Carlos Alcaraz etched his name deeper into the history books after winning the French Open 2025 men’s singles title in a five-set epic against World No. 1 Jannik Sinner. In what is now the longest men’s singles final in French Open history, Alcaraz mounted a remarkable comeback to clinch a 6-4, 7-6, 4-6, 6-7, 6-7 victory after an intense five-and-a-half-hour battle on the clay courts of Roland-Garros.
The match, held on Sunday, June 8, will be remembered for its extraordinary display of grit, talent, and mental resilience. Both players showcased world-class tennis in a contest filled with dramatic momentum shifts, crowd-roaring rallies, and edge-of-the-seat tiebreaks.
Sinner Starts Strong, Alcaraz Rallies Back
Jannik Sinner began the final in dominant fashion, racing to a two-set lead. He took the first set 6-4 and edged a tense second set 7-6 in a tiebreak, looking poised to capture his maiden French Open title. Alcaraz appeared under pressure, making several unforced errors early in the match.
However, the defending champion showcased his championship pedigree from the third set onwards. Alcaraz stormed back to win the third set 6-4, turning the tide of the match. As the fourth and fifth sets progressed, both players raised their levels even further, exchanging blistering winners and holding serve under immense pressure.
Double Tiebreak Decider: Carlos Alcaraz Triumphs
The final two sets were decided via nail-biting tiebreaks. Alcaraz maintained his composure under pressure, demonstrating why he’s considered one of the mentally strongest players on tour. He captured the fourth set 7-6 and sealed the title in the final set, again through a tiebreak, winning it 7-6.
This win marks Carlos Alcaraz’s second consecutive French Open title, further solidifying his status as a Grand Slam champion and future all-time great.
Historic Win and Prize Money
With this hard-fought win, Alcaraz not only defends his Roland-Garros crown but also takes home the French Open 2025 prize money of Rs 24 crore (approx. €2.5 million). The victory also boosts his standing in the ATP rankings and adds to his growing legacy as one of the new era’s most electrifying tennis stars.
A Final for the Ages
This final is being hailed as one of the greatest Grand Slam finals in recent memory — not just for its length, but for the sheer quality of tennis on display. Fans and tennis legends around the world praised both Alcaraz and Sinner for pushing each other to the limit.
As Carlos Alcaraz lifts the trophy once again at Roland-Garros, tennis fans are left in awe of a match that truly had it all — skill, spirit, suspense, and sportsmanship.
