Italian tennis player Jannik Sinner emerged victorious in the latest showdown of the “Sincaraz” rivalry in 2025. Sinner, ranked second, defeated the top-ranked Carlos Alcaraz with a score of 7-6 (4), 7-5 to claim the ATP Finals championship on Sunday. This marked the sixth encounter between the two dominant players in men’s tennis this year.
Celebrating his win before his home crowd in Italy, Sinner secured his title, marking his second triumph over Alcaraz this year, following his victory at the Wimbledon final. Expressing his joy, Sinner stated, “It was an incredible season. To finish it this way, before my Italian fans, is very special for me.”
Although Alcaraz had already clinched the year-ending No. 1 ranking, this final at the top-eight player event was his first. Alcaraz maintains a lead in their overall career meetings, with a score of 10-6 against Sinner.
The two players have faced off in the past three Grand Slam finals, with Alcaraz winning the French Open, Sinner claiming victory at Wimbledon, and Alcaraz triumphing at the U.S. Open. They also clashed in the Italian Open and Cincinnati Open finals this year.
Looking ahead, Alcaraz expressed his readiness to face Sinner in more finals next year, to which Sinner responded positively, hoping for more intense battles between them. Both players had successful seasons, with Sinner winning the Australian Open and Alcaraz securing six major titles.
During the intense final match, Sinner’s fans showed their support with chants and imagery, creating an electric atmosphere. Sinner’s strategic plays and Alcaraz’s resilient performance added to the excitement of the game.
Despite Alcaraz receiving treatment for a thigh issue during the match, both players displayed remarkable sportsmanship and competitive spirit. Sinner’s victory marked his 10th consecutive win at the ATP Finals, maintaining an impressive record on indoor hard courts.
In the doubles final, Harri Heliovaara and Henry Patten emerged victorious over Joe Salisbury and Neal Skupski with a score of 7-5, 6-3. The ATP Finals showcased top-tier tennis talent and thrilling matches, leaving fans eager for the upcoming season.