In a stunning China Open final in Beijing, World No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz emerged victorious over Jannik Sinner in a thrilling three-set match that lasted three hours and 20 minutes at the Diamond Stadium. The Spaniard clinched the title with a 6-7(6) 6-4 7-6(3) triumph in a contest filled with breathtaking shots and intense moments.
“Carlos Alcaraz won a match for the ages as he beat Jannik Sinner in an enthralling China Open final, roaring back in the final set tie-break to claim the title,” remarked a tennis journalist in awe of the incredible performance.
Despite facing a 3-0 deficit in the final set tie-break, Alcaraz managed to turn the tables by going on a seven-point streak after changing his shoes. “It was a really close match. Jannik showed once again that he is the best player in the world,” Alcaraz acknowledged after his hard-fought victory. “At least for me, the level that he is playing is unbelievable. It’s a high quality of tennis. Physically and mentally, he is a beast.”
During the match, Sinner displayed his resilience by saving break points and eventually forcing a tie-break, which he won with a late surge of energy. The back-and-forth battle between the two players kept the spectators on the edge of their seats as the momentum shifted from one side to the other.
“It seemed as though the momentum was with Alcaraz, the reigning French Open and Wimbledon champion, as he broke Sinner at 2-1, but the Italian raised his level to haul him in at 4-4 as the crowd prepared for a second, and decisive, tie-break,” commented another observer of the intense showdown.
In the end, Alcaraz’s determination and skill prevailed as he clinched the victory in the nail-biting tie-break to secure the China Open title. Despite Sinner’s strong performance, he fell just short of claiming the championship but remained optimistic about future opportunities.
“The work never stops. I’m very happy to be in this position. Today we fell short, but it was a great battle again, but in a couple of days there is a new opportunity,” Sinner reflected on his performance.
Overall, the China Open final between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner was a showcase of exceptional talent, fierce competition, and unwavering determination from both players. The match will be remembered as a classic in tennis history, with Alcaraz emerging as the victor in a hard-fought battle.