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Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner Prepare for Italian Open Final in Rome

The 25th tour-level final for both players highlights their growing rivalry, with Sinner seeking a first Masters 1000 clay title and Alcaraz chasing further clay dominance.

Sinner stretched his unbeaten run to 26 matches
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Overview

  • Carlos Alcaraz defeated Lorenzo Musetti 6-3, 7-6(4) to reach his 25th tour-level final, showcasing composure against challenging conditions and a partisan crowd.
  • Jannik Sinner overcame Tommy Paul 1-6, 6-0, 6-3, becoming the first Italian man since 1978 to reach the Rome final and extending his winning streak to 26 matches.
  • Sinner’s return from a three-month doping suspension has been marked by dominant performances, with the final providing a key test before Roland Garros.
  • Alcaraz tied Stefan Edberg for the second-most wins (77) in his first 100 ATP Masters 1000 matches, trailing only Rafael Nadal, and continues to excel on clay with 14 wins in his last 15 matches.
  • The final will mark the 11th meeting between Alcaraz and Sinner, with Alcaraz leading their head-to-head 6-4, including a 1-1 record on clay, setting the stage for a pivotal clash in their rivalry.