Wilander Hails Alcaraz vs. Sinner French Open Epic as ‘Inhuman’
Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner delivered a historic five-set French Open final that has tennis legend Mats Wilander questioning everything we thought we knew about the sport. After more than five hours of electrifying rallies and relentless intensity, Alcaraz edged out Sinner to claim his **fifth Grand Slam title** at just 22 years old. But it wasn’t just the scoreline that stunned fans—it was the level of tennis.
“Nothing Comes Close,” Says Seven-Time Slam Champion
Wilander, a three-time French Open winner himself, didn’t mince words. “I’ve seen Federer and Nadal play great finals, but nothing comes close to this,” he said. “I thought it wasn’t possible—they were playing at an inhuman speed.”
His bold statement came after a match that many are already calling the greatest final in Roland Garros history. Alcaraz’s explosive athleticism and Sinner’s laser precision pushed each other to the edge, much like the iconic Federer-Nadal duels of the past.
The Numbers Back It Up
Alcaraz is now 5-0 in major finals, a start to his career bettered only by Roger Federer’s 7-0 record. Sinner, too, has proven his consistency—reaching eight consecutive finals and winning 47 of his last 50 matches. Yet all three of those defeats? At the hands of Alcaraz. It’s a budding rivalry that feels eerily similar to the early days of Nadal’s dominance over Federer.
The Passing of the Torch?
With Federer and Nadal retired, and Djokovic nearing the end at 38, the stage is set for a new era. Sinner and Alcaraz have now claimed seven of the last eight majors between them, ushering in a fresh chapter in men’s tennis. Even Sinner, humble in defeat, acknowledged the moment: “It takes time to compare us with the Big Three… But Carlos makes me a better player. He pushes me to the limit.”
Federer Responds With Class
Roger Federer, always the diplomat, praised both stars and the sport itself. “Three winners in Paris today,” he wrote, naming Alcaraz, Sinner, and “the beautiful game of tennis. What a match!”
Wimbledon Awaits
As Wimbledon approaches on June 30, all eyes will be on these two rising icons. Alcaraz returns as the reigning champion, while Sinner looks to break the Alcaraz curse. With form, youth, and fire on their side, another showdown could be imminent.
Are we watching the next great tennis rivalry unfold before our eyes? One thing’s for sure—if this is the future of tennis, fans are in for a golden era.