The world No. 1 overcame a slow start to beat the defending champion 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 in a high-quality final that lasted just over three hours on Centre Court. It was Sinner’s second Grand Slam title and a statement win over a rival who had previously never lost in a major final.
“I’m really proud of the way I handled everything today,” Sinner said after the match. “Carlos is an incredible player. We’ve pushed each other so much over the past couple of years, and I know this is just the beginning of many more battles.”
After dropping the first set, Sinner raised his level, breaking Alcaraz once in each of the next three sets with clinical precision. The 22-year-old’s consistent baseline play and sharp returning eventually wore down the Spaniard, who had been aiming for a third consecutive Wimbledon title.
Alcaraz, while disappointed, praised his opponent’s performance. “It’s always hard to lose a final, but I leave here with my head held high. Jannik played unbelievably well. He deserved this one.”
Sinner’s win adds another chapter to what is fast becoming tennis’s defining new rivalry. Between them, he and Alcaraz have now won eight of the last nine Grand Slams, and their meetings have routinely delivered world-class tennis.
“This rivalry is special,” Sinner said. “We bring out the best in each other, and I think we’re just getting started.”
With legends like Federer, Nadal, and Murray stepping away and Djokovic nearing the twilight of his career, the torch has clearly passed to a new generation — and on Sunday, it was Jannik Sinner who stood tallest on the sport’s most prestigious stage.
No comments:
Post a Comment