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Watch: Carlos Alcaraz salutes Jannik Sinner in touching speech after French Open epic

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Carlos Alcaraz beat Jannik Sinner in a tightly contested French Open final on Sunday, June 8. Stretched thin in the fourth set, Alcaraz mounted an incredible comeback against the World No. 1, ultimately clinching the match in a fifth-set super tie-break. Speaking after the match, Alcaraz delivered a heartfelt tribute to Sinner, who had only recently returned from a three-month doping ban in May at the Italian Open, the tournament immediately preceding Roland Garros. Alcaraz offered glowing praise, lauding Sinner’s level of tennis and expressing his admiration for sharing historic moments on court with him. The two players contested the longest French Open final in history, a marathon match that lasted 5 hours and 29 minutes. “I want to start with Jannik. It is amazing the level you have. Congratulations on an amazing two weeks—an amazing tournament. To you and your team, I know the hard work you’re putting in every day. It’s huge. Honestly, I know how hard you’re chasing this tournament and every tournament. I’m pretty sure you’ll be champion not once, but many, many times. It’s a privilege to share the court with you in every tournament. Making history with you—I’m just really happy to be able to do that, here and in other tournaments. You’re a huge inspiration for young kids, for everyone, and for myself,” Alcaraz said after the match. Carlos Alcaraz vs Jannik Sinner: Highlights Carlos Alcaraz staged a sensational comeback to defeat top seed Jannik Sinner 4-6, 6-7(4), 6-4, 7-6(3), 7-6(10-2) in an epic French Open final on Sunday, solidifying his place as the “Prince of Clay” in the post-Rafael Nadal era at Roland Garros. In a thrilling showdown between two of the sport’s brightest young stars, the 22-year-old Alcaraz saved three match points in the fourth set and extended his winning streak over Sinner to five matches, snapping the Italian’s 20-match unbeaten run at Grand Slam events. The match was historic on multiple fronts—it was the first Grand Slam final between two players born in the 2000s and clocked in at a record-breaking five hours and 29 minutes, the longest men’s final in French Open history. Sinner came out strong, holding serve in a tense 12-minute opening game, then breaking Alcaraz and eventually taking the first set. He continued his dominance in the second, surging to a 4-1 lead with powerful baseline play and clinical shot selection. Although Alcaraz fought back to force a tiebreak, Sinner edged him out to go two sets up. With his back to the wall—and never having come back from two sets down before—Alcaraz dug deep. He clawed back the third set and then saved three match points in the fourth at 3-5 down before forcing a tiebreak and leveling the contest. The fifth set was a dramatic exchange of breaks, but Alcaraz elevated his game in the super tiebreak to clinch the title and his second Roland Garros crown. Published By: Kingshuk Kusari Published On: Jun 9, 2025

French Open 2025 Final: Carlos Alcaraz saves three match points, outlasts Jannik Sinner to defend Roland-Garros crown | Tennis News

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Carlos Alcaraz (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Carlos Alcaraz has once again cemented his status as one of tennis’s brightest stars by retaining his 2025 French Open men’s singles title in a gripping final against Jannik Sinner. The Spaniard overcame a daunting two-set deficit and saved three match points in a marathon battle that stretched mind-boggling five hours and 29 minutes, concluding with a 4-6, 6-7 (4), 6-4, 7-6 (3), 7-6 (10-2) victory on Sunday. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW!This epic encounter not only marked the longest French Open final ever played but also highlighted Alcaraz’s resilience and mental toughness under immense pressure. Alcaraz’s journey to the championship was marked by consistent dominance and gritty determination. He cruised through early rounds, dispatching players like Giulio Zeppieri and Fabian Marozsan in straight sets, before enduring tougher tests against seeded opponents. Notably, in the quarterfinals, he overwhelmed Tommy Paul with a commanding 6-0, 6-1, 6-4 win, showcasing his clay-court dominance. The semifinals against Italy’s Lorenzo Musetti ended prematurely when Musetti retired trailing 4-6, 7-6 (7/3), 6-0, 2-0, paving the way for Alcaraz to face top seed Jannik Sinner in the final. Poll Was Carlos Alcaraz’s comeback in the final against Jannik Sinner surprising? Sinner started strong, taking the first two sets and appearing poised to claim his maiden Grand Slam title. However, Alcaraz’s unyielding spirit shone through as he clawed back, winning the third set and dominating a tense fourth-set tiebreak to force a decider. The final set was a nail-biting affair, with momentum swinging between both players. Alcaraz’s composure in critical moments stood out, clinching the decisive tiebreak 10-2. Bombay Sport Exchange Ep. 6: Harish Thawani on cricket’s TV market and the watershed moments This victory secured Alcaraz’s fifth Grand Slam title, extending his unbeaten streak in major finals to five. At 22, he becomes the third youngest man to win five Grand Slams, joining Bjorn Borg and Rafael Nadal. The match was a historic first Grand Slam final showdown between two players born in the 2000s. Sinner, who was aiming for a third straight major title, suffered his fifth consecutive loss to Alcaraz. The Spaniard now leads their rivalry 8-5 overall, including a recent win in Rome following Sinner’s doping suspension.

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Roland Garros: Coco Gauff ends French wildcard Lois Bosson’s fairytale, sets up final vs Iga Swiatek-slayer Aryna Sabalenka

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It will be World No. 1 against World No. 2 in the women’s singles final at Roland Garros on Saturday, June 7, as Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff prepare for a much-anticipated title clash on the Parisian clay. Gauff produced a clinical performance on Thursday to end the fairytale run of French wildcard Lois Bosson, ranked World No. 361. Earlier in the day, Sabalenka delivered one of her finest displays on clay, stunning four-time champion Iga Swiatek and snapping her 26-match winning streak at Roland Garros. The two semi-finals could not have been more different in tone and tempo. Gauff needed just 69 minutes to dismantle Bosson 6-1, 6-2, while Sabalenka had to battle for 2 hours and 13 minutes in a high-quality thriller, eventually prevailing 7-6 (1), 4-6, 6-0 in a performance that underlined her title credentials. GAUFF SILENCES PARTISAN PARIS CROWD Facing a raucous French crowd on Court Philippe-Chatrier, Gauff showed poise and maturity beyond her years. Fully aware of the challenge, the American had done her homework—not just on Bosson’s game, but also on managing the crowd dynamics, particularly after seeing sixth seed Mirra Andreeva unravel under the pressure in the quarter-final. “I was mentally prepared before the match that it was going to be 99% for her,” Gauff said in her on-court interview. “But I just tried to block it out. Actually, when you guys were chanting her name, I was saying my own name to myself—just to psych myself up. You know, you have to do that sometimes.” “But I think it’s an incredible atmosphere to play in front of this crowd, regardless of whether they’re for me or not. And I know you guys would usually root for me if I weren’t playing a French player, so I love you guys too,” she added. On the court, it was one-way traffic. Gauff hit winners at will and raced to a 4-0 lead in the opening set, dominating the baseline exchanges. Bosson, despite her earlier heroics against Jessica Pegula and Andreeva, struggled to reproduce her best tennis under pressure. The Frenchwoman committed 33 unforced errors—18 more than Gauff—and was unable to make inroads on return, winning just 38% of points on her first serve and 39 percent on her second. Although she lifted her level slightly in the second set, Bosson couldn’t prevent Gauff from sealing victory in emphatic style, the American keen to conserve energy ahead of her second Roland Garros final. Bosson, nonetheless, departs Paris with her head held high. The 22-year-old began the tournament ranked World No. 361 and exits as No. 64. Just a fortnight ago, she was 24th in France’s women’s singles rankings—she is now the French No. 1. GAUFF READY FOR SECONDS SHOT AT GLORY Gauff, who lost the 2022 final to Swiatek, believes the experience of that moment will stand her in good stead when she takes on Sabalenka. “Yeah, it definitely will help me. I was super nervous going into that final [in 2022],” she said. “Obviously, I’m playing Aryna. It’s going to be a tough match, but overall I think I’m just really proud of myself.” SABALENKA FLOORS SWIATEK Sabalenka produced one of the most impressive performances of her career to defeat Swiatek and reach her first Roland Garros final. Her power game—relentless and unforgiving—proved too much for the defending champion. In a stunning reversal, Sabalenka bageled Swiatek in the final set, handing the Pole a rare 6-0 set defeat on her favourite surface. The Belarusian has now reached three consecutive Grand Slam finals, following her triumph at the 2023 US Open and a runner-up finish at the Australian Open earlier this year. Saturday’s final will mark the 11th meeting between Gauff and Sabalenka, with the head-to-head locked at 5-5. Notably, Sabalenka defeated Gauff in straight sets in Madrid earlier this clay season—a win that adds an extra layer of intrigue to their impending showdown. Published By: Akshay Ramesh Published On: Jun 5, 2025