Jannik Sinner Claims First Wimbledon Title Amidst Praise from Sachin Tendulkar
Sinner's Historic Wimbledon Victory
Indian cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar was quick to commend Jannik Sinner following the young Italian's remarkable triumph at Wimbledon, where he defeated Spanish star Carlos Alcaraz in a gripping four-set final. At just 23 years old, Sinner showcased exceptional composure and precision, securing a 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 victory, marking his fourth Grand Slam title, which includes two Australian Opens and one US Open.
In a heartfelt message on his official X (formerly Twitter) account, Tendulkar praised the high level of play and sportsmanship displayed during the match. He stated, "A match worthy of a Wimbledon Final, both Sinner and Alcaraz kept pushing the best out of each other. Congratulations, Sinner, you are part of an exclusive club today. Well played, Alcaraz, many more finals your way."
A match befitting a Wimbledon Final, both Sinner and Alcaraz kept demanding the best out of each other.
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) July 13, 2025
Congratulations Sinner, you belong to a special club today.
Well played Alcaraz, many more finals to come your way! pic.twitter.com/b3KtewpEcn
In his first Wimbledon final, Sinner displayed remarkable resilience after dropping the opening set. Alcaraz started strong, utilizing his powerful groundstrokes and clever drop shots to take control. The Spaniard showed his fighting spirit, rallying from a 2-4 deficit in the first set to clinch it with a stunning backhand.
However, Sinner remained unfazed. He responded by dominating the next three sets with exhilarating rallies and moments of brilliance. His strong baseline play and impeccable timing disrupted Alcaraz's rhythm, allowing him to seize control of the match.
This year has been a thrilling journey for Sinner at Wimbledon. He lost only 17 games in his first three matches and faced a scare in the fourth round when Grigor Dimitrov had to retire due to injury while leading. He then battled through a painful elbow and tough matches against Ben Shelton and Novak Djokovic to reach his fifth Grand Slam final.
After his victory, Sinner expressed admiration for Alcaraz, acknowledging the challenge he posed. He remarked, "Carlos, another incredible tournament from you. It’s never easy to play against you. But we’ve created something special on and off the court, and I know that we will keep driving each other. You’ve already won two Slams, and I’m sure you’ll be lifting this trophy many more times," as reported by the ATP.
Sinner's win is a pivotal moment in his emerging career, and if this final is any indication, tennis enthusiasts can look forward to many more exciting encounters between these two rising stars in the future.