In a match destined for the history books, defending champion Carlos Alcaraz staged a thrilling comeback at the Roland Garros final, saving three championship points to force a decisive fifth set against Jannik Sinner.
The high-stakes battle on Court Philippe-Chatrier has captivated tennis fans worldwide, with both players fighting for their first-ever five-set Grand Slam final victory.
Sinner, the World No. 1, initially dominated the final, winning the first two sets 6-4, 7-6(4). His aggressive baseline play and composed approach put him on the brink of victory. However, Alcaraz, renowned for his resilience, fought back, claiming the third and fourth sets 6-4, 7-6(3) in a dramatic turn of events.
The match reached a fever pitch in the fourth set when Sinner held three championship points at 3-5, 0/40, only for Alcaraz to survive each one, demonstrating his champion’s mettle. The Spaniard then turned the tide, breaking Sinner’s serve before dominating the tie-break to keep his title hopes alive.
This victory marks Alcaraz as the youngest player to successfully defend a Roland-Garros title since Rafael Nadal, signalling a new era in the sport.
The victory nets Alcaraz €2.55 million in prize money and 2,000 ranking points, further solidifying his position in the post-“Big Three” era alongside Sinner, who has also claimed three Grand Slams.
