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World number one Jannik Sinner won his first Wimbledon title by wearing down Carlos Alcaraz in another high-quality Grand Slam final between the dominant forces of the men’s game.<\/b><\/p>\n
Italy’s Sinner claimed a 4-6 6-4 6-4 6-4 victory at the All England Club, avenging his brutal French Open defeat by Spanish world number two Alcaraz just 35 days ago.<\/p>\n
Then, Sinner led by two sets – and held three championship points – before Alcaraz roared back to win a five-set classic lasting more than five hours.<\/p>\n
Now, the 23-year-old has responded by taking two-time defending champion Alcaraz’s crown on the Centre Court grass, following another gripping contest which again showcased the pair’s shot-making, athleticism and star power.<\/p>\n
“It is so special,” Sinner said. “I’m living my dream.”<\/p>\n
Sinner, who served a three-month doping ban earlier this year, has claimed the fourth Grand Slam title of his career and a first major victory not on a hard court.<\/p>\n
A composed and clinical performance from the top seed ended Alcaraz’s 24-match winning streak.<\/p>\n
The manner in which he served out victory from going a break up at 3-1 in the fourth set – given his experience in Paris last month – was admirable.<\/p>\n
There was a moment of knowing consternation among Sinner’s supporters when he missed a first match point, but he reset to take his second opportunity before dropping to his haunches at the net.<\/p>\n
Sinner’s win also stopped 22-year-old Alcaraz from becoming only the fifth man in the Open era to win three consecutive Wimbledon titles.<\/p>\n
“It is always difficult to lose, but first of all I have to congratulate Jannik again,” Alcaraz said.<\/p>\n
“It is a really well-deserved trophy. He has been playing great tennis and will continue to be a great rival.”<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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