Paris, June 8, 2025 — In a French Open final for the ages, Carlos Alcaraz mounted a stunning five-set comeback to defeat Italy’s Jannik Sinner 4-6, 6-7(4), 6-4, 7-6(3), 7-6(10-2) on Sunday at Roland-Garros, clinching his second straight French Open title and fifth Grand Slam crown.
The 22-year-old Spaniard overcame two sets down and saved three match points in a drama-filled showdown that lasted a record-breaking 5 hours and 29 minutes — the longest final in French Open history.
“I’m just proud. I’m just really, really happy,” Alcaraz said during the trophy presentation, paying tribute to Sinner. “You’re going to be champion, not once, but many, many times.”
Sinner, who was appearing in his first Grand Slam final, played brilliantly and came agonizingly close to victory. The Italian held a match point deep into the fifth set and was just two points away from the title again late in the decider — but Alcaraz held his nerve, fought back to force a deciding tiebreak, and dominated it 10-2.
The victory marks Alcaraz’s 20th career title and cements his status as one of tennis’s greatest young champions.
“It’s an amazing trophy,” Sinner said with a smile, holding back emotion. “I won’t sleep tonight very well, but it’s okay.”
The match will be remembered not only for its sheer length and intensity, but also for the display of mutual respect and sportsmanship between two of tennis’s brightest stars.