Carlos Alcaraz Wins Historic Five-Hour French Open Final Against Jannik Sinner

Carlos Alcaraz won his second consecutive French Open title after an epic, nearly five-and-a-half-hour final against Jannik Sinner, marking the longest final in Roland Garros history. Alcaraz saved three match points in the fourth set and secured a 4-6, 6-7, 6-4, 7-6, 7-6 victory, continuing his dominance over Sinner with his fifth straight win and ending the Italian's 20-match Grand Slam winning streak. The thrilling match captivated fans and former players alike, with tennis legend Roger Federer calling both players and the sport itself the "three winners" of the day. The crowd initially supported Alcaraz but grew to admire Sinner's resilience and sportsmanship, especially after his gracious post-match speech. High-profile sports figures such as NBA star Jimmy Butler also praised the historic match and Alcaraz’s victory, highlighting the global impact of the final. The intense contest underscored the rising new generation of tennis talent beyond the traditional giants of the sport.