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Alcaraz beats Sinner in record-setting French Open final

Carlos Alcaraz defeated Jannik Sinner in a five-hour, 29-minute match to win the 2025 French Open, marking the longest men's final in tournament history and his fifth Grand Slam title.

Alcaraz beats Sinner in record-setting French Open final

Key points

  • Carlos Alcaraz won the 2025 French Open men's final against Jannik Sinner after losing the first two sets.
  • The match lasted five hours and 29 minutes, making it the longest men's final in French Open history.
  • Alcaraz saved three match points and won the deciding set in a super tie-break.
  • The victory gives Alcaraz five Grand Slam titles and keeps him undefeated in major finals.
  • The match was the first Grand Slam final decided by a 10-point super tie-break.

Carlos Alcaraz claimed an unforgettable victory over Jannik Sinner in the 2025 French Open men’s final, capping off a five-hour, 29-minute epic that shattered tournament records and left tennis fans breathless. After dropping the first two sets (4-6, 6-7), Alcaraz stormed back to win the next three (6-4, 7-6, 7-6), saving three match points in the process and clinching the title in a dramatic super tie-break..

This was the longest men’s final in French Open history and the first Grand Slam final decided by a 10-point super tie-break, with Alcaraz edging out Sinner by a single game and just one point overall (193 to 192) At only 22, Alcaraz now holds five Grand Slam titles and remains undefeated in major finals, while Sinner’s winning streak in finals comes to an end.

The match has already been hailed as one of the greatest ever played at Roland Garros, with both players showcasing relentless determination and world-class shot-making, signaling a new era for men’s tennis.

Fans in the U.S. could watch the French Open final live on NBC and stream it via Peacock and the NBC Sports app. Full match replays and highlights are available on the official Roland-Garros YouTube channel and website..

Your questions, answered

Who won the 2025 French Open men's final?

Carlos Alcaraz defeated Jannik Sinner to win the 2025 French Open men's final.

How long did the 2025 French Open final last?

The match lasted five hours and 29 minutes, making it the longest men's final in French Open history.

How many Grand Slam titles does Carlos Alcaraz have?

Carlos Alcaraz holds five Grand Slam titles after winning the 2025 French Open.

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