
Carlos Alcaraz staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Jannik Sinner in a five-set thriller and win the French Open men’s singles title, becoming the first man since 2019 to claim a Grand Slam after saving match points.
Down two sets and facing championship defeat at 5-3 in the fourth, the 22-year-old Spaniard rallied to win 4-6 6-7 (4-7) 6-4 7-6 (7-3) 7-6 (10-2) in a record-breaking five-hour, 29-minute battle, the longest final in Roland Garros history.
The clash showcased world-class shot-making and relentless resilience from both stars, solidifying their budding rivalry as one for the ages.