Carlos Alcaraz has achieved an impressive victory in the final of the Beijing ATP 500 by beating Jannik Sinner in a thrilling match that lasted almost three and a half hours. The player from Murcia won with a score of 6-7, 6-4, 7-6, thus recovering sensations after his premature elimination at the US Open and securing his return to the number two ATP ranking.
The match between Alcaraz and Sinner was a true tennis spectacle. Both players showed an exceptional level, with Alcaraz starting strong. Despite losing the first set in a very tight tiebreak, the Murcian recovered in the second, which gave him the necessary confidence to face a decisive third set. The latter turned into a real battle, culminating in another tiebreak where, despite starting at a disadvantage, Alcaraz managed to turn the score around and close out the match with his first match ball.
Alcaraz Makes History in Beijing
With this triumph, Alcaraz becomes the first player to win 500 category tournaments on all three surfaces: clay, grass and hard. Previously, he had won in Rio and Barcelona (clay) and Queen’s (grass). His victory underlines not only his versatility, but also his ability to compete at the highest level on any surface.
After the final, Carlos Alcaraz was satisfied and relieved, commenting: ‘There have been difficult moments, but I have enjoyed myself again on the court. This title means a lot to me‘. His words reflect his motivation and determination, especially after facing a significant challenge at the US Open.
A Growing Rivalry
This victory over Sinner marks the sixth in ten meetings, consolidating Alcaraz as one of the best tennis players in the world. Although Sinner has proven to be a formidable opponent, especially with his powerful serve, Alcaraz has found a way to overcome him at key moments, making this a rivalry that promises to be exciting in the future.
With this win in Beijing, Alcaraz reaffirms his status on the circuit and continues to build his legacy in tennis. The tennis community and fans are eager to see how he performs in the upcoming challenges, including the Shanghai Masters 1000, where he will look to continue adding titles and consolidate his position among the world’s tennis elite.