London – World No. 1 Jannik Sinner captured his first Wimbledon crown in style on Sunday, defeating defending champion Carlos Alcaraz 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 in a thrilling final at Centre Court. With this victory, Sinner becomes the first Italian to win at the All England Club and earns his fourth Grand Slam title at just 23.
The win marked a significant turnaround for Sinner, who had suffered a heartbreaking loss to Alcaraz in the French Open final just weeks earlier. Sunday’s triumph ended a five-match losing streak against the Spaniard, including a recent defeat in the Italian Open final — Sinner’s comeback tournament after serving a three-month suspension.
The final was a battle of young titans, with both players exchanging powerful rallies and moments of brilliance. Alcaraz, a two-time Wimbledon winner, began strong by taking the first set. But Sinner quickly turned the tide, showcasing resilience and tactical mastery, breaking serve at crucial junctures in each of the remaining sets.
Wearing a protective sleeve after a fall earlier in the tournament, Sinner kept his cool even as Alcaraz mounted late resistance. In the final game, despite two break points, the Italian held firm to seal the match on his second championship point.
This victory adds Sinner’s name to a growing list of champions signaling the rise of a new era in men’s tennis, following the dominance of legends like Federer, Nadal, and Djokovic. Alcaraz, who had hoped to join the elite group of players to win three straight Wimbledons in the Open Era, fell just short this time.
Sinner’s journey to the title included a gritty comeback against Grigor Dimitrov in the fourth round, strong performances against Ben Shelton and a semifinal win over Novak Djokovic, a seven-time Wimbledon champion.
With this win, Sinner not only cements his status as the sport’s current leading force but also reignites one of the most exciting rivalries in modern tennis.
