WATCH: Carlos Alcaraz breaks down in tears in heartbreaking scenes after Barcelona Open final loss to Holger Rune
WATCH: Carlos Alcaraz Breaks Down in Tears After Heartbreaking Loss to Holger Rune in Barcelona Open Final
Carlos Alcaraz was visibly emotional after his defeat in the 2025 Barcelona Open final to Holger Rune. The Spanish tennis star, who has been a dominant force in the sport, fought hard in the final but fell short as Rune clinched the victory.
The match, which was filled with intense moments, ended with Alcaraz in tears, highlighting the depth of his disappointment. The Spanish crowd watched on in silence as Alcaraz, who had hoped for a home victory, struggled to contain his emotions.
Holger Rune, who went on to win the title, reflected on the match and Alcaraz’s impressive skills:
“Oh Carlos 🥺🥺,” Rune posted on social media, expressing his sympathy.
“It means the world, it was such a great match,” Rune said in his post-match interview. “In the beginning, I was a little bit stressed because Carlos obviously plays big-time tennis. I had to breathe a lot and find my rhythm. After he broke me, I got more into the match and played my tennis. The first set was a big battle, and it was super important to win it to gain the momentum. I’m so proud of myself.”
Carlos Alcaraz, ever the sportsman, made sure to congratulate his opponent after the match.
“Congratulations, Holger, on an amazing week. Coming from Monte-Carlo, you had to retire. Coming here and showing a great effort to make the people enjoy watching tennis, I appreciate that. We’ve been seeing each other since we were 12 years old, and time flies. So, I’m just really happy to see us in this position, and how far we’ve come together,” Alcaraz shared after the match.
“So, I just want to say congratulations and keep going.”
The match was a true showcase of sportsmanship and rivalry, and it’s clear that both players respect each other deeply. Alcaraz’s heartfelt words and his tearful reaction highlight just how much the victory would have meant to him, and how tough the loss was on such an emotional day.
