Carlos Alcaraz Triumphs at French Open 2025, Matching Nadal's Milestone

In a thrilling final at the French Open 2025, Carlos Alcaraz defeated Jannik Sinner, marking his fifth Grand Slam title and equaling Rafael Nadal's record at the age of 22. The match, lasting over five hours, showcased Alcaraz's resilience as he came back from two sets down. He described achieving this milestone as 'destiny' and expressed his honor in sharing the record with his idol. With an unbeaten record in Grand Slam finals, Alcaraz is poised to continue his dominance in tennis as he prepares for Wimbledon.
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Carlos Alcaraz Triumphs at French Open 2025, Matching Nadal's Milestone

Alcaraz Defends His Title in Epic French Open Final

Spanish tennis sensation and World No. 2, Carlos Alcaraz, successfully defended his title at Roland Garros by overcoming World No. 1 Jannik Sinner in a gripping final on June 8, 2025, at Court Philippe-Chatrier.


In a match that stretched over 5 hours and 29 minutes, Alcaraz triumphed in a five-set battle with scores of 4-6, 6-7, 6-4, 7-6, 7-6. After trailing two sets, he made a remarkable comeback, winning the last three sets to secure his fifth Grand Slam title. A pivotal moment occurred when Alcaraz saved three championship points during the fourth set, demonstrating his resilience and champion's mentality, which ultimately turned the match in his favor.


Alcaraz Reflects on Sharing Nadal's Record

With this victory, Alcaraz equaled the achievement of his idol, Rafael Nadal, by winning five Grand Slam titles at the age of 22.


In a post-match press conference, Alcaraz described this milestone as 'destiny,' expressing his pride in sharing this record with the 14-time Roland Garros champion. He stated, "The coincidence of winning my fifth Grand Slam at the same age as Rafa Nadal, I'm going to say that's destiny. It's a huge honor."


Key Moments in the Final

Discussing the match's critical moments, Alcaraz noted that the turning point came in the fifth set when he was down 5-6. He managed to push the match into a super tiebreaker by leveling the score at 6-6. Reflecting on this, he admitted, "I still don't know how I saved that game."


In the tiebreak, Alcaraz showcased his dominance, winning 10 out of 12 points and sealing the victory with a stunning forehand winner.


Unbeaten in Grand Slam Finals

Carlos Alcaraz has maintained an impressive 5-0 record in Grand Slam finals. His previous victories include the French Open last year, Wimbledon in 2023 and 2024, and the US Open in 2022. This perfect record further solidifies his position as a leading figure in modern tennis and a worthy successor to Nadal's legacy on clay.


By achieving this feat, Alcaraz joins Roger Federer as the only players in the Open era to win five consecutive Grand Slam finals, highlighting his exceptional prowess on the sport's biggest stages.


Looking ahead, Alcaraz is set to compete at Wimbledon, where he aims to defend his title for a second consecutive year and continue his remarkable journey in men's tennis.


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