Jannik Sinner Claims First Wimbledon Title, Defeats Carlos Alcaraz

In a thrilling Wimbledon final, Jannik Sinner avenged his French Open loss by defeating Carlos Alcaraz, marking his first title at the prestigious tournament. The match showcased intense competition, with Sinner overcoming a first-set loss to secure victory. This win not only adds to Sinner's impressive Grand Slam collection but also ends Alcaraz's remarkable 24-match winning streak. Both players expressed mutual respect and admiration post-match, highlighting their strong relationship on and off the court. Discover more about this historic match and what it means for both athletes.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jul 14, 2025, 02:01 IST

Sinner Triumphs at Wimbledon

London [UK], July 14: Jannik Sinner, the world’s top-ranked tennis player, redeemed himself from his previous French Open final defeat by defeating Spanish star Carlos Alcaraz to win his first Wimbledon title on Sunday.

The 23-year-old Italian secured his fourth Grand Slam title, adding to his two Australian Open and one US Open victories, with a score of 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 in a match filled with skill and intensity. This marked Sinner's inaugural appearance in a Wimbledon final.

In a remarkable turn of events, Sinner not only ended Alcaraz's impressive 24-match winning streak but also became the first Italian to win what many consider the most prestigious Grand Slam. Sinner's flawless finals record of 5-0 has now been altered with this victory.

Despite losing the first set, Sinner showcased remarkable precision in his groundstrokes. Alcaraz started strong, employing aggressive tactics and effective drop shots. He demonstrated his resilience by recovering from a 2-4 deficit in the first set, ultimately taking it with a defensive backhand. However, Sinner rallied to win the next three sets and clinch the championship.

Throughout the tournament, Sinner had only dropped 17 games in his initial three matches and faced a significant challenge in the fourth round when Grigor Dimitrov had to retire due to injury while leading. Sinner also required medical attention for his elbow but managed to overcome both Ben Shelton and Novak Djokovic to reach his fifth Grand Slam final.

After the match, Sinner expressed his admiration for Alcaraz, stating, "Playing against you is so difficult," and encouraged him to continue striving for success. He acknowledged the strong bond they share off the court and emphasized the importance of having top teams to support them.

Sinner expressed gratitude for his family’s presence, particularly thanking his brother for attending, as there was no Formula 1 race that weekend.

In response, Alcaraz acknowledged the difficulty of losing but praised Sinner's performance, stating, "It is a really well-deserved trophy after an unbelievable two weeks here in London for you." He expressed happiness for Sinner and highlighted the positive relationship they have developed.

Alcaraz reflected on his journey, noting his earlier struggles this season but emphasized the joy he now feels on the court, attributing his success to the support of his team and family.