Alcaraz Wins Historic 2025 French Open Final

Carlos Alcaraz achieved a historic comeback in the 2025 French Open final, defeating world No. 1 Jannik Sinner in a five-set thriller that became the longest men's singles final in Roland Garros history at five hours and 29 minutes. After trailing by two sets and facing three championship points in the fourth, Alcaraz won 4-6, 6-7(4), 6-4, 7-6(3), 7-6(10-2) to claim his second consecutive French Open title and fifth Grand Slam overall. This victory makes Alcaraz the third youngest man to win five majors, following Bjorn Borg and Rafael Nadal, who praised Alcaraz's achievement. The match was widely celebrated by tennis icons and sports figures, being called one of the greatest Grand Slam finals ever. Sinner, aiming for his third consecutive major title, was gracious in defeat and received praise from Alcaraz as a future multi-time champion. The contest is seen as signaling a new era of rivalry in men’s tennis.