How did Jannik Sinner break the Carlos Alcaraz code?

Jannik Sinner wins Wimbledon 2025.

In the blazing sunshine of Centre Court, where the heat of more than 32 degrees Celsius covered the court, burning every step, Sinner kept a cool head to do what no one in the history of Italian tennis had ever done: win the singles title at Wimbledon. The 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 victory over Alcaraz not only gave Sinner his second Grand Slam in 2025, but also marked a turning point in one of the most exciting confrontations in modern tennis.

The game within the game - technique, tactics and spirit

It was Sinner’s first win over Alcaraz after five straight losses – a defining change. If the 2025 Roland Garros final between the two was a symphony of speed, improvisation and explosive desire, the Wimbledon final was a drama of discipline, coolness and ruthless determination.

Between Sinner and Alcaraz, there was more than just a match going on—it was a meta-game, where every trick and tactic was quickly countered by a sharper move from the opponent. This was no longer tennis, but pure wits—where the distance between peak and trough was measured in half a step, a sway of the hip, or a moment of mental stability when the entire court was against you.

Sinner understands that he can't play more spontaneously than Alcaraz, but he can play colder. And that's the difference.

Jannik Sinner learned a lot from his defeat in the Roland Garros final against Carlos Alcaraz.

The most important game of the match – and perhaps the turning point in the title race – came when Sinner broke back to tie the first set at 1-1. Three times seemingly on the defensive, he turned the tables with shots known as “steals” – literally incredible saves.

It was a response to the magical show Alcaraz had presented in Paris. This time, the stage belonged to Sinner.

By the time Sinner faced two break points in his penultimate service game, the Wimbledon crowd was almost unanimous in cheering Alcaraz on to extend the match. But what made Sinner special wasn’t his signature forehand or backhand – it was his ability to be unaffected by either.

He played as if he were standing alone in a pine forest in Tyrol, where it was cold all year round - quiet, expressionless, unwavering.

In that crucial moment, Sinner played the most mechanical, precise tennis - and broke the will of last year's champion.

Even more impressively, in the fourth set, the scenario repeated itself with Sinner leading 5-4 and serving out the match - just like at Roland Garros, where he had failed to overcome the pressure. This time, there was no mistake.

As Alcaraz attacked, Sinner responded with a series of perfect points. One move exhausted Alcaraz, causing the Spaniard to drop his racket. An unanswered serve—his 38th of the match—ended any hope for his opponent.

The Victory of Maturity

This victory was more than just a trophy – it was a testament to the process of growing from bitterness. After the haunting defeat in Paris, Sinner didn’t blame, didn’t complain. He analyzed, adjusted, practiced – and came back.

“It’s not about winning or losing, it’s about what you learn from it,” the Italian said after the final. That’s the mindset of a true champion.

Tennis village witnessed a new competition between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz.

No one expected Sinner to play at such a high level after his hard fall in the fourth round against Dimitrov, along with concerns about his right arm injury. Since then, he has practiced lightly, always wearing protective arm sleeves, but his serve remains his most dangerous weapon in the match.

According to data from TennisViz , Sinner's serve score was 8.3/10 in the final - completely superior to Alcaraz, who only achieved a first serve percentage of 53%, the lowest since the beginning of the tournament.

Alcaraz lost for the first time in a Grand Slam final after five wins. But what was remarkable was how he dealt with the defeat - not bitterly, not brokenly.

“I am not surprised by him. Sinner is a great champion. Champions learn from failure - and he did that,” Alcaraz frankly admitted.

He also added: “I am really happy to have a rival like him. Because that helps me to give 100% every day.”

With the 2025 Wimbledon championship, Sinner broke the Alcaraz code - something no one has ever done in a major final. He became the sixth player to win the title here in the past 23 years, and the first Italian to make history on the world's most prestigious grass court.

But above all, Sinner’s victory is a declaration of the next generation of men’s tennis – where not only youth and talent, but also perseverance, bravery and quietness make great things happen. If Alcaraz is the storm that sweeps away all opponents, then Sinner is the towering wall of ice. And now, he stands on top of the world.

Source: https://znews.vn/jannik-sinner-pha-ma-carlos-alcaraz-the-nao-post1568485.html