Alcaraz honors tennis with a historic triumph over Sinner

Spanish player achieved a memorable victory over Sinner to become the champion in Beijing, in a remarkable match decided by small details.

Diego Jiménez Rubio | 2 Oct 2024 | 14.33
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Carlos Alcaraz defeats Sinner in Beijing. Photo: gettyimages
Carlos Alcaraz defeats Sinner in Beijing. Photo: gettyimages

Amazing. That's the only way to summarize the clash between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz in the final of the ATP 500 Beijing 2024, which ended in triumph for the Spaniard after over three hours of play. The final score was 6-7 (6) 6-4 7-6 (3) in favor of the Spanish player, achieving more than just a title.

The excitement of witnessing a match between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz was only comparable to the oddity of doing so on a Wednesday morning. This is the atypical Asian tour, where the final of the ATP 500 Beijing 2024 unfolded in a sea of alternatives for both players, showcasing difficult-to-explain sensations and highlighting the immense respect these two men have for each other, destined to forge a historic rivalry.

In the early stages of the first set, the expectations for this final were confirmed. Alcaraz came out onto the court in great form, hitting with ease and precision, taking a promising 0-40 lead in the second game of the match. However, he rushed into the first of those break points by approaching the net at the wrong time, which awakened the Italian. The Murcian's first shot had missed its mark, and forgiving a player like Jannik is not good news.

He would come to realize it later on. Carlos's apparent superiority was reflected in the score, building a lead of 5-2 and showing signs of clear dominance. Losing some competitive tension and intensity, Sinner rolled up his sleeves and turned the score around, taking the set to a tiebreak. There, the Spanish player once again squandered advantages, even having a set point on his serve, and succumbed to the consistency of an Alpine rock.

- The Italian was just two points away from winning the match

It was a tough blow for Alcaraz to see how his gameplay sensations had diminished, and how Sinner emerged stronger after teetering on the edge. The second set witnessed moments where the level of play could have been improved by both, until Carlitos evaded critical situations in the sixth game and earned a promising 15-40 lead in the seventh. However, he once again let a resilient Sinner slip through his fingers. 

A battle of rapid shots ensued again, relentless attacks from Alcaraz and lethal responses from the Italian. Both players' game elevated rapidly, and each exchange was a delight for fans of the sport. Carlitos demonstrated his mental strength by escaping that tight spot and excelled on the return, forcing errors from a Jannik who lacked the resilience shown by the Murcian earlier. The Murcian spectacularly closed the set, soaring once again on the court.

After a brief respite for both at the beginning of the third set, hostilities quickly erupted, with Alcaraz taking the lead more decisively. He unleashed his power without losing tactical order, exploited Italian errors, and secured a break advantage. He even had two opportunities to secure a second break in the fifth game, but Jannik clung to the match and found his best form again, leveling the score at four games each.

The saved opportunities provided an extra boost to each player, capable of raising their game levels, not only when in trouble but also after overcoming those challenges. Carlitos faced critical situations in the tenth game, finding himself two points away from losing the match, and showcased all his virtues to escape. Once he did so, he found himself with a promising 0-30 lead, to which the Italian responded masterfully. The competition was fierce, emotions uncontrollable, just like the tennis quality displayed.

After many back and forths, an exciting and dramatic tiebreak unfolded. The Italian started convincingly, but Carlitos reacted incredibly, winning two points on return when defeat seemed imminent. The Spanish player took flight, reaching excellence and never looked back. He won seven consecutive points to be crowned champion of the ATP 500 Beijing 2024 against an impressive Jannik Sinner. What a historic achievement for Carlos Alcaraz.

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