The Italian Open 2025 men’s singles final between World No.1 Jannik Sinner and four-time Grand Slam champion Carlos Alcaraz, scheduled for Sunday, May 18:
Jannik Sinner’s Road to the Final:
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Making a strong comeback after his doping ban for Clostebol, Sinner has been in impressive form.
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He started with straight-set wins over Mariano Navone and Jesper de Jong.
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Followed that with victories over Francisco Cerundolo and Madrid Open champion Casper Ruud (6-0, 6-1) in the quarters.
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Didn’t drop a set in the first four rounds.
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Faced a tougher semi-final challenge against Tommy Paul but recovered from losing the first set badly (1-6) to win 1-6, 6-0, 6-3.
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Now advances to face Alcaraz in the final.
Carlos Alcaraz’s Path:
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Returned after injuries that kept him out of the Madrid Open (hamstring and groin).
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Opened with straight-set wins over Dusan Lajovic and Laslo Djere.
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Pre-quarterfinal win over Karen Khachanov in three sets.
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Followed by a straight-set win against Jack Draper.
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In the semi-final, defeated Italy’s Lorenzo Musetti 6–3, 7–6(4) to book his place in the final.
Head-to-Head Record:
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They have met 10 times since 2021.
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Alcaraz leads the rivalry 6-4.
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Alcaraz has won their last three matches; Sinner’s last win was at the 2023 Beijing Open.
Match Broadcast Details:
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The final will be broadcast live on the Sony Sports Network.
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Streaming will be available on the Sony LIV app.
This final promises an intense clash between two of the most exciting young talents in tennis, with Sinner aiming to end Alcaraz’s recent dominance and claim the prestigious title in Rome.
