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Carlos Alcaraz Claims First Italian Open Title, Ends Jannik Sinner's 26-Match Streak

Alcaraz defeated Sinner 7-6(5), 6-1 in Rome, solidifying his clay dominance and momentum ahead of the French Open.

Tennis - Italian Open - Foro Italico, Rome, Italy - May 18, 2025 Spain's Carlos Alcaraz in action during the final against Italy's Jannik Sinner REUTERS/Guglielmo Mangiapane
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Tennis - Italian Open - Foro Italico, Rome, Italy - May 18, 2025 Spain's Carlos Alcaraz hugs Italy's Jannik Sinner after winning the final REUTERS/Aleksandra Szmigiel
Sinner's 26-match unbeaten run came to an end against Alcaraz.

Overview

  • Carlos Alcaraz secured his maiden Italian Open title with a straight-sets victory over world No. 1 Jannik Sinner in their first ATP Masters 1000 final clash.
  • The win ended Sinner's 26-match unbeaten streak and marked Alcaraz's fourth consecutive victory against his rival, extending their head-to-head record to 7-4.
  • Sinner, playing his first tournament since a three-month doping suspension, reached the final but fell short of becoming the first Italian man to win in Rome since 1976.
  • Jasmine Paolini made history in the women’s event, completing a rare singles-doubles sweep—the first in Rome since Monica Seles in 1990.
  • Alcaraz’s triumph boosts his confidence as he prepares to defend his French Open title, with both he and Sinner set to be the top seeds in Paris.