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Both making their debuts in the Toronto Masters, Tristan Schoolkate showed he also has the potential to become one of the best players among the rising stars from the NextGen ATP roster after he came up with a superb performance to knock out Joao Fonseca in straight sets, 7-6 (5), and 6-4. That was also his first win against a Top 50 opponent in the ATP Tour. Tennis fans in Toronto were given an unexpected treat with Schoolkate delivering a knockout performance against Fonseca, who has been truly superb for most of the Tour season and has been tallying big wins and deep runs in various tournaments. In a showdown lasting an hour and 33 minutes, the Australian held his ground and made sure that he would not miss out on a big chance to prove his worth on the big stage. With this victory, he makes his presence felt in the Canadian Masters 1000, and also climbs up multiple spots to reach world no. 98 – finally breaking the top 100 when it mattered most. With still a chunk of the season left to play, it does seem that Schoolkate can capitalize on this win – let alone if he finishes at the top of the National Bank Open. Consistent Plays in a Clinical Performance While it's just the Round of 128 that he's clinched a win, the fact that it came against a fellow NextGen ATP star in Fonseca says a lot about his potential in the game. He's been one of the youngsters who is starting out to be quite a promising performer who is expected to be the next big Australian icon on the rise. “I'm very happy with the result today. I thought I played a good match and made it pretty tricky for Joao,” said Schoolkate. “He's obviously a very established player, he's so young… Even when his age flashed on the board, I was like ‘Here we go'. I'm just happy with the way I played, and looking forward to the next one.” Schoolkate did not face a single break point in his clash against Fonseca. He was quick to come up with advantages on the volley and also proved his worth in finding the best spots in his serve. This win also marks his second ATP Masters 1000 victory and now improves to a 5-5 record in 2025. Making the Best Adjustments Schoolkate noted that the match was played faster than he expected. So far, it has been one of his weaknesses for some time as he tends to play poorly when it comes to those games, and yet he made it look easy as he found a way to thrive on the big stage. The Australian was moving well in the court, which is defintely an ideal improvement over his past few matches. “There's not too many tournaments that are this fast,” added Schoolkate. “Our last tournament was Los Cabos, and that was very slow and bouncy. I think these conditions in Toronto suit the way I play. I serve big, try to get forward and make it a bit uncomfortable for the opponent, and I think that showed today.” True enough, this has been seen well in this win over Fonseca, and one can now certainly hope for bigger strides from Schoolkate as he continues his brilliant campaign in the Canadian Masters 1000 tournament.

Holger Rune's bid for the ATP 500 in Washington DC takes a huge hit after the world no. 9 pulled out of the tournament after experiencing lower back pain, which rendered him unable to compete in the contest, and now his slot has been taken over by Corentin Moutet in the succeeding events of the tournament. This has been a tough break for Rune as he hoped for a continued run into the deeper numbers of the ATP Rankings. It can be remembered that Rune also participated in workouts with five-time Washington champion Andre Agassi, and he was expecting to make a promising push in the tournament in that regard. Despite that three-day training, it seems that Rune will now have to take a rest and find ways to ensure that he will be returning to action in the coming weeks to avoid any other injuries that would hold him back from playing another set of tournaments, especially on hard courts. The five-time ATP Tour champion is expected to compete in the coming Toronto Open with the hopes of at least regaining pace in his games. After all, Rune is still one of the top players to look out for, and his progress in the season has always been hampered by injuries, which have kept him out of multiple tournaments. Now it is time for him to embrace the grind and get back on the winning track. What’s Next for Holger Rune? Holger Rune’s withdrawal from the Mubadala Citi DC Open is a reminder of the physical toll that comes with life on the ATP Tour. The Dane has had flashes of brilliance throughout the 2024 season but has also battled through a string of frustrating injuries that have halted his progress just as he seemed poised for breakthroughs. Now, with his back pain forcing him to pull out from Washington, all eyes turn to how he manages his recovery and preparation ahead of the upcoming North American hard-court swing. The next big test for Rune will likely be the National Bank Open in Toronto, a Masters 1000 event that offers both points and prestige. If Rune is able to return in time, this tournament could provide him with an excellent opportunity to build momentum ahead of the US Open. The conditions in Toronto often suit aggressive baseline players like Rune, and his explosive style – coupled with a fierce backhand and keen court awareness – could make him a threat, provided he is physically up to the challenge. Recovering with Caution Rune’s team, including his physical trainers and coaches, will likely take a cautious yet calculated approach in the coming days. With his ranking still comfortably inside the top 10, there's no urgent need to rush back, but Rune knows better than anyone that maintaining form and rhythm is essential, especially in a competitive field stacked with both veterans and rising stars. After a strong clay court season that included deep runs in Monte Carlo and Rome, Rune has struggled to translate that success to faster surfaces, in large part due to lingering health issues. Rune’s mental toughness will now be put to the test. The ability to bounce back after a disappointing withdrawal and keep pushing through adversity is what separates the good from the great. With the US Open just over a month away, every match, every training session, and every recovery day matters. At this stage of his career, Holger Rune doesn’t just need to play – he needs to play smart.

So in the showdown of the best of the best, Jannik Sinner emerged victorious when it mattered most – and it showed just how impressive the Wimbledon final can be whenever it flexes the top performers of the game with an intense showdown that did not fail to impress. In this case, Sinner’s victory over Carlos Alcaraz was a story to remember now more than ever. The Championships have proven to be a tough ground for Sinner, who came into the final of the competition with no success in the grass courts. But when it mattered, the world no. 1 found his way to strive in the high-stakes showdown, winning it 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, and 6-4 to take home the Wimbledon singles crown – and his first major title in a long while since serving his doping ban suspension. On top of all that, Sinner now also makes history as the first and only Italian star to win the Wimbledon singles crown – indeed a massive finish for the world no. 1 as he flipped the script against a heavily-favored Alcaraz in the final of the competition. In four sets, Sinner proved his worth, and he delivered a top-notch game to remember. A Historic Finish for Sinner It can be remembered that Alcaraz and Sinner had a wild encounter back in June when they played each other in Paris with a chance to win at the clay-court major. The Italian had a three-championship-point advantage before the Spaniard took over and mounted a massive comeback. That five-hour, 29-minute clash led to Alcaraz winning the title, while also keeping a 5-0 final record in the final stages of any major tournament. Not this time. Sinner made sure that he would be coming back swinging and eager for revenge as he proved to be one of the elite performers in the game once more. He hammered a lot of groundstrokes that proved to be tough on Alcaraz’s forehand and did not let the Spaniard take control in the game. "It’s mostly emotional, because I had a very tough loss in Paris," Sinner said during the trophy ceremony. "But at the end of the day, it doesn’t really matter how you win or how you lose at important tournaments, you just have to understand what you did wrong and try to work on that, and that’s exactly what we did. We tried to accept the loss and just kept working.” With the win, Sinner has made history yet again as he is now one title shy of completing the Grand Slam – missing the Roland Garros to his collection. Now he leaves London with a 3,430-point lead over Alcaraz for the world no. 1 spot. The Rivalry Continues It cannot be denied that the Alcaraz-Sinner rivalry has been one of the most defining showdowns to look out for in this era of the ATP Tour. After all, they are the only players who have met in the Roland Garros final to meet in the subsequent Wimbledon final as well. The last players to pull off the exact same feat? Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal – who did the same in three straight years from 2006 to 2008. If this is going to be the standard, then we should expect to see more of Alcaraz and Sinner dominating the big stages of the game as they hope to make history in the years to come. This rivalry is definitely defining the next generation of ATP Tour, and it is going to be fun to watch now more than ever.

Truly, the grass courts bring out the best among players in the ATP Tour. This is now starting to become reality as we now enter the semis stage of Wimbledon with the last four players standing certified as the best that the Tour has seen in the season so far. Headlined by Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz, and Taylor Fritz, tennis fans are in for a treat. Wimbledon is one of the toughest stages to win in as it is the third and penultimate tennis major of the season. Basically, anyone who’s winning this one is defintiely entering as a favorite heading into the US Open as well. Still, it is rare air to see some of the top finalists of this year's multiple tournaments barge into the Wimbledon SFs and make some noise there. Now we are in for one of the fantastic finishes that will definitely take the game to another level. The Wimbledon semis are expected to be intense, full of exciting plays, and a lot of grit in display now more than ever. We are seeing the former world no. 1 in Djokovic take on reigning world no. 1 Sinner. On the other hand, there’s a budding rivalry showdown between US top star Fritz, and defending Wimbledon champion Alcaraz to look out for. A Great Time to be a Tennis Fan The stakes have never been higher than ever in this Wimbledon showdown. Sinner is seeking his first Wimbledon final after crashing out in the 2023 semis and crushing it in the French Open quarters. A win would vindicate his leg‑dominance and resilience following his five‑set loss in Paris, and further cement his top ranking by gaining 800 points while denying Djokovic the same. For the Serbian star, on the other hand, is a chase for greatness at a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam, and potentially an eighth Wimbledon crown to match Roger Federer. A win would defy the odds in his age and silence his critics for his inability to win a major in almost a whole year. On the other bracket, Fritz is America’s last man standing, the first men’s Wimbledon semifinalist since John Isner in 2018. With a 13‑1 grass record and titles in Stuttgart and Eastbourne (the most by an American since 1990), he’s now aiming for a first Grand Slam final. Alcaraz, however, would not be denied. The rising Spanish maestro is eyeing an elite hat‑trick – only accomplished by Bjorn Borg, Pete Sampras, Federer, and Djokovic – while aiming to surpass Rafael Nadal’s total at SW19. If this is not the best time to be a tennis fan, then I don’t know what is. By the Numbers: Who Emerges for the Final? Carlos Alcaraz leads the pack as the favorite to win with odds of -150. Sinner follows suit with +240, while Djokovic stands at +370. Despite being a higher seed than the Serbian star, Fritz is at +1800. Don’t let the numbers fool you, though. Each of these players have a solid chance at making history in SW19, and their campaign is definitely pushing further towards a fantastic finish that many fans have been looking forward to see in a long time. Should the odds prevail, we may be seeing a wondrous ending for Alcaraz in the grass courts. A win would mark his third straight win in Wimbledon – and a shot at history while gearing up to take over the world no. 1 spot in the ATP Rankings as well.

After beating Alex de Minaur in the fourth round with a 1-6, 6-4, 6-4, and 6-4 victory, Novak Djokovic now punches his ticket to the Wimbledon quarterfinals as he also paid homage to one of his former rivals and eight-time Wimbledon champion, Roger Federer – who was present in the game and watched one of his former rivals dominate the court. Djokovic joked about how Federer’s presence in the games he’s played in the past often led him to lose. This time, however, it was a much more different story as he ended up winning and continuing the fight to the next round, where he will have a chance to go two wins away from his first Major title in a long while. It was not an easy encounter for the Serbian star. He had to endure a 1-6 loss in the first round, which was not ideal for a player who was seeded high at this point. Still, Djokovic managed to come up with a massive finish when it mattered most – winning the final three sets to close the match out with a bang. Historic Run to the Top Djokovic also notched his 101st win in the singles with that strong finish against de Minaur, and now heads to his 16th overall quarterfinal in the same grass-court Grand Slam. On top of all that, he is also close to tying Federer’s record of 105 wins in this stage as well. In fact, he even went on to dedicate this winning finish to the former Swiss star. "It's probably the first time he’s watching me and I’ve won the match," Djokovic said in his on-court interview. "In the last couple, I lost the match, so it’s good to break the curse. It’s great to have Roger here, a huge champion and someone I admired and respected a lot. We’ve shared the stage for so many years and it’s great to have him back in his most successful and favourite tournament, no doubt." We all know how really great Djokovic can be when he plays at the top of his game, and that says a lot about what we can expect from the star as he enters the deeper stages of Wimbledon. So far, he can expect to battle two of Ben Shelton, Carlos Alcaraz, Taylor Fritz, Karen Khachanov, Cam Norrie, and Jannik Sinner in the succeeding rounds of the tournament. A Difficult Encounter Despite breezing through the round after losing one set, Djokovic knew that this was a hard encounter to begin with, and it cannot be denied that there are a lot of expectations for him to finish up a strong game at this stage. "It was a very difficult encounter, some very challenging moments for me," Djokovic said, before referencing Federer in the stands. "Sometimes, I wish I had a serve and volley and a nice touch from the gentleman who is standing right there. That would help.” This time, Djokovic is slated to take on 22nd seed Flavio Cobolli heading into the quarterfinal stage, and it means that this is a solid chance for the Serbian star to keep his eyes on the prize and make a daring run heading into the final of one of the fabled majors in the game now more than ever. Who knows? Maybe even a shot at moving up to the higher ranks.

João Fonseca’s journey to Wimbledon 2025 is already one for the ages. At just 17 years old, the Brazilian phenomenon has embarked on a path that has seen him rewrite history and electrify tennis audiences worldwide – and now, he’s set to make his much-anticipated main-draw debut at the sport’s most venerated stage. Just six months ago, Fonseca was little more than a promising junior, ranked outside the top 200. But that began to change at the Australian Open, where in his very first Grand Slam main-draw match he defeated world No. 9 Andrey Rublev in straight sets – a stunning breakthrough that made him only the second teenager since 1973 to beat a top‑10 player in his debut match. It was a moment that sent shock waves through the tennis world – and one that served notice: Fonseca was not simply a rising talent, he was a force. His rapid ascent continued as he became the youngest Brazilian ever to crack the ATP top 100, soaring from No. 651 to No. 99 within a few months. In February, he clinched his first ATP title in Buenos Aires – becoming his country’s youngest tour-level champion and only the seventh-youngest ATP champion since 2000. The Testament to Growth in Tennis All of these successes by Fonseca is just proof that he thrives well under pressure – showing grit, resilience through adversity, and maturity well beyond his years. As the grass-court season commenced, Fonseca continued to break new ground. He displayed gritty determination at the Halle tournament, narrowly losing a well-fought three-set opener, and used it as critical experience to prepare for Wimbledon. His grass game showed significant progression – during practice sessions alongside two-time defending Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz, Fonseca demonstrated an uncanny ability to match the rhythm and intensity of one of the sport’s elite. “For me this tournament is a dream. Everything you can see is perfect, even the flowers. Every detail is just perfect. When you come here, you just see how amazing it is,” the 18-year-old Fonseca said. “It's just a dream come true. It's for sure my favourite Grand Slam because of the culture and the history of Wimbledon. Every kid that plays tennis and wants to be a professional wants to come here.” Wimbledon represents another milestone. Growing up in Rio de Janeiro, Fonseca dreamt of playing on its manicured lawns. Now, he’s walking out onto Court One, that dream materialized, filled with the cultural weight of Wimbledon’s tradition. Reuters reports him acknowledging that everything he sees, the manicured grass and the storied flowers – all feel extraordinary; it is his dream realized. And as he steps onto the grass, he’s not just a debutant; he’s a history-maker in the making. A History Waiting to be Written Of course, the path forward remains uncertain. Grass is unforgiving, and the margins are razor-thin. But Fonseca has shown a willingness to learn, adapt, and evolve – qualities that underpin greatness. His coach notes he “likes playing with pressure,” channeling it into performance. He’s entering Wimbledon as more than just a talent; he’s armed with belief, grounded by family, and buoyed by global applause. So when the first serve is struck on Court One, João Fonseca won’t just be making history – he’ll be continuing it. From junior world No. 1, to a Grand Slam debut that shocked the sport, to becoming Brazil’s youngest tour-level champion, and now crossing the iconic threshold at Wimbledon, his trajectory is nothing short of cinematic.

Carlos Alcaraz is set to begin his title defense in the grand stage of Wimbledon – where he was also triumphant with a bang last year. This time, however, the Spanish star insists that he is not putting that much pressure on himself and is pushing towards a shot at a bigger goal of continuing his pace on the Tour and being true to his highly impressive game. This will be Alcaraz’s third attempt to notch a third straight title at the All England Club, where he has been excellent in his games and has proven to be a menace not just on clay, but also on grass. So far, this has been a promising look for Alcaraz, and he is certainly not backing down from the challenge that people throw at him. Alcaraz needs a few more victories to directly challenge world no. 1 Jannik Sinner for the top spot, and it seems that he is keen to put the pressure on, especially with the fact that Wimbledon has been his best stage in the game so far, save for the Roland Garros. Still, there’s a lot of expectations for the extraordinary young talent, and this is something that many fans are hoping to see now more than ever. Indeed, there’s no bigger stage than Wimbledon at this point. At the End of the Fortnight Alcaraz has been one of the shining players this season, and it cannot be denied that he is gaining steam for what seems to be a majestic finish. He has enjoyed the best season so far in the ATP Tour, and one can say that Alcaraz can find ways to win and beat his toughest rivals should he ever come across them. “Most of all, I’m in no doubt that I have nothing to prove,” said the No. 2 player in the PIF ATP Rankings. “It’s my life and I live it the way I think is correct. The key is not to think about what people say, or their expectations, but to focus on what I really need and what makes me feel good.” At the end of the fortnight, there is indeed a chance that he may share the same stage as he did in the previous tournament with the top players such as Novak Djokovic, Alex de Minaur, Flavio Cobolli, and Joao Fonseca. This time, however, contenders such as Sinner, Alexander Zverev, Jack Draper, and Taylor Fritz are all coming for a chance at the title as well. By the Numbers: Where Do the Odds Stand? Of course, Alcaraz stands as the heavy favorite to win it all in Wimbledon at +110. However, he isn’t alone on the easy numbers as the Italian world no. 1 Sinner also follows suit at +190. Djokovic lags behind at +700, Draper at +1800, Zverev at +3100, and Alexander Bublik at +3700. Fritz is somewhat far behind the odds race at +4100. However, it seems that Wimbledon is going to be a warzone for these top players, and it seems that Alcaraz will have a lot of tight competition if he is going to repeat for the third time around and prove his critics wrong with his high level of play. History awaits Alcaraz at the top of Wimbledon once more. This time, however, he has to put up a fight and deliver stunning finishes to make it happen.

After winning the Queen’s Club, only Wimbledon stands as Alcaraz’s main priority to win and stand tall in a repeat of his last year’s dominance. Of course, not everyone expected the Spanish star to stay hot, considering that he came off fresh from his Roland Garros triumph, and yet the star proved that he can win when it matters most. At this point, it becomes easy to say that Alcaraz is definitely more suited to play in ever-changing surfaces. Now more than ever, there’s a lot of opponents coming in his way, but then he has silenced his critics, and he is going to keep it that way with the hopes of clinching Wimbledon for the second time around – and taking his shot at the world no. 1 spot as well. Blowing past Jiri Lehecka for the ATP 500 trophy was a promising move and victory for Alcaraz, and it cannot be denied that he continues to prove that he is a lethal opponent on almost every single court. At this point, it is expected that he will likely be on the attack when it comes to Wimbledon, and he is definitely not going that far in his hopes of domination on the grass. Dominating the Queen’s Club Alcaraz dominated his path to the final of the HSBC Championships. He only dropped two sets en route to the title. If that was not enough to note that the star nearly had it easy, then nothing will ever be. So far, his poise in the game has been special, and Alcaraz’s dominance has certainly made it look even more special. “I’m going to say it's really complicated, switching from clay to grass in just a few days, because that's the time I had before the tournament began. I had just two days of practising and then I had to compete here,” Alcaraz said. “So I came here with no expectations at all. I just came here with a goal to play two, three matches, trying to feel great on grass moving, and give myself the feedback of what I had to improve, what I had to do better.” By the end of the tournament, Alcaraz looked poised to win it all without a doubt. He delivered a total of 18 aces in the final and did not lose in his final three matches of the week. He has been able to work on his closeout performances, and moving 2-1 in his head-to-head clash with Lehecka shows that incredible poise. The Grass Favorite Not only is Alcaraz a shining player on the clay courts at this point, but also a budding king in the grass. So far, this level of play has been impressive from the Spanish star, and he may well be on the rise for making it happen once more. In fact, Alcaraz stands as the heavy favorite to win in Wimbledon – tied at +150 with Roland Garros finalist Jannik Sinner – who is also the current world no. 1. Novak Djokovic follows suit with +550, and Jack Draper lags behind at +1000. So far, all signs point toward Alcaraz making a repeat win in Wimbledon, but the challenges are going to be different – and there are bigger stakes and implications at this one. It is clear that Alcaraz feels well at home whenever he takes on the grass courts, and this says a lot about his strong showing and what fans can expect at Wimbledon.

What a season it has been for Taylor Fritz so far, and it cannot be denied that his recent stretch has been impressive. Thanks to his Stuttgart triumph earlier this week, the American rising star continues to roar loud in the campaign and is insanely delivering massive performances night in and night out. This has been a one-of-a-kind season for Fritz, who has returned to his highest ranking overall in his career. The American was ranked at world no. 4 back in November last year, but eventually dropped in his level of play, winning just three matches in four clay court tournaments. It hasn’t been easy, but his recent climb has been quite phenomenal that he’s back up to where he’s supposed to be. But Fritz’s start in the grass campaign has been great to begin with. Fritz lifted a trophy in Stuttgart and played well in ‘s-Hertogenbosch. Now he sets his eyes on the bigger games with Wimbledon also looming around. After all, everyone wants to win big on that side, and it is expected that this will be Fritz’s goal to conquer now more than ever. A Win to Remember With this impeccable win against Alexander Zverev in the final of Stuttgart, Fritz has moved to an 8-5 record in his head-to-head series with the German star. He took down Zverev in two straight sets to capture the BOSS Open trophy, showing that he still has what it takes to play at a high level. Fritz did not let up right from the start and clinched the ATP 250 title in a short while. He took the opening set on Sunday in just 30 minutes after he forced Zverev to have double faults. The German only managed to save a break point in the second set, before Fritz pulled away with a strong rally to end the match. Now he is seeking to come up with a huge run with the Queen’s Club this week, followed by a huge rally in the grass major in Wimbledon, which will be the main highlight of this surface run with many players keen to come up with a massive rally. That includes Fritz, who is seeking his first major win of the season as he is yet to show life in his runs. “I’m back,” Fritz cheekily wrote on the camera lens following the victory. Ending 2025 With a Bang? It can be remembered that Fritz also had a strong finish in 2024, performing well in the grass season and reaching the finals of the US Open and the ATP Finals. This has been quite a roller-coaster season for the American star, and one can say that this is the big run that he’s been waiting for to build his pace on for the rest of his season. "I'm really happy, especially as it was not too great of a clay season," said Fritz. "From there, to come and start the grass season off perfectly, I am super happy." A win in the Queen’s Club and Wimbledon would put the American star closer to the world no. 3 spot, also held by Zverev. At this point, it is expected that Fritz will use the victory in Stuttgart as a launching pad to deliver his impressive games and reach a much more promising level of play in his games this season.

The action never stops, and that is what the level of dedication that Carlos Alcaraz brings to the table as he now leads the latest odds for the upcoming ATP 500 in the HSBC Championships in London. After all, Alcaraz isn’t just a clay merchant, but also a menace on the grass courts as he is expected to dominate the scene. Alcaraz made his debut on the Queen’s Club back in 2023, and won the tournament at the same time. He is now slated to return to the tournament once more as he is chasing a lot of points to get back on the track for the world no. 1 spot, which is still dominated by Jannik Sinner – even after the latter’s defeat to the Spaniard. Defending champion Tommy Paul is also set to make his return in hopes of going back-to-back in the tournament. Finalist of the 2014 edition Grigor Dimitrov is also slated to make his presence felt in this year’s entry list. A lot of opponents for Alcaraz to consider are coming onto the big stage, and this is just the start of the grass campaign. Mulling Decisions Despite a promising performance after the five-hour showdown against Sinner in the French Open final, Alcaraz is considering his options for the ATP 500 tournament, consulting with his team to ensure he is fully prepared for the competition. After all, Alcaraz partied last year after winning in Paris, but this time he hopes to have a lead up tournament before the big game in Wimbledon. Alcaraz is set to defend another of his major titles in that big stage. The Spanish star wants to keep the momentum going, especially with that brewing rivalry against Jannik Sinner that is expected to continue to this stage of the season. "The plan is to play, but we'll make a final decision in a few days. We talked about it mid-tournament, and Carlos told us he was looking forward to going,” Alcaraz’s coach Juan Carlos Ferrero said of the intent to play in the Queen’s Club. “After these days of rest, on Thursday or Friday, we'll do a test to see how he feels physically and mentally. We're going to Wimbledon with great enthusiasm; Carlos loves playing there.” This was discussed between Alcaraz and Ferrero in the middle of the Roland Garros, which says a lot about the supreme confidence that he has been seeing in his games to even think about it in the middle of a high-stakes tournament. The Queen’s Club: By the Numbers According to the latest odds, Alcaraz stands with a -300 to win the HSBC Championships. Following him behind is Taylor Fritz at +600, and Jack Draper at +700. It is safe to say that these three players will be the top stars to watch in the tournament and will likely keep the show on the road with their elite performances. Paul is also slated to put in some massive performances of his own, but the odds have him pumped up all the way to +800. At this point, it is expected that there will be a lot of heavy battles on the way as the competition winds up to be a crucial set up heading into the big tournaments of the grass season. After all, this is indeed going to be quite a fantastic finish for Alcaraz should he play and win the rest of the way.

In what was seen as a massive showdown between the top two players in the tennis world, Carlos Alcaraz shines bright on the big stage after a huge rally in the final three sets to beat world no. 1 Jannik Sinner and close out a five-hour affair in the final of the French Open. It took five sets for the Spanish star to bring the house down with a strong finish. If Alcaraz was going to get his fifth major title, it had to be in dramatic fashion as he had to overcome a two-set deficit to begin the final against Sinner. He is now the third man in the Open Era to save at least one championship point before winning a Grand Slam title. Fans were given a massive treat of a 4-6, 6-7 (4), 6-4, 7-6 (3), and 7-6 (10-2) showdown all the way to the finish. Fans at the Court Philippe-Chatrier echoed for most of the night, and Paris definitely had the crowd rocking when Alcaraz turned what was expected to be a breeze from Sinner, who also eliminated Novak Djokovic in the semis, which helped him nearly even the early odds of the game. Alcaraz showed his grit, and now he stands strong with a triumphant finish. A Slugfest of a Showdown In a best of three series, players who go up 2-0 eventually end up winning the whole match. That was not the story in this battle between the top two players of the ATP Tour. After Sinner went up 2-0, Alcaraz went on to knock up three set wins of his own and finished the final set with a thrilling flurry of volleys. “I just want to say thank you for everything to my team and family;” said Alcaraz. “I have the privilege to be able to live great things with you. I was lucky to have a lot of people who came from Murcia, from home, to support me. It is just amazing support you gave me today, during the whole two weeks, including the people who weren’t able to come but are at home. Thank you very much and this trophy is yours as well, so thank you.” This so-called “match of the year” hit its peak in the fourth set with the two stars trading blows, and it picked up well once more heading into the fifth set. Alcaraz served up a promising rally to save three championship points on serve before finally breaking up the momentum and taking over. The Final Moments In the end, it was decided by a fifth-set tie, and the Spanish star pulled away to defend his Roland Garros title. Alcaraz’s screaming forehand passing shot down the line on a dead run, and Sinner could do nothing but watch as the ball blew past him. Alcaraz went on to collapse on the ground and was already in tears after he went on to win. He later stood up with a lot of dirt in his back before embracing Sinner – a show of mutual respect that the pair brings to the table. The Spanish star now stands a 13-1 record in the fifth set, which shows his dominant touch in the clutch. This victory marks the 37th win of Carlos Alcaraz in the whole season, and he also moves to 8-4 in his head-to-head series against Sinner. What a performance indeed.