Jannik Sinner sends message to Carlos Alcaraz about the French Open after he loses to him in the Italian Open final
**Jannik Sinner’s Classy Message to Carlos Alcaraz After Italian Open Final Loss**
Following his 7-6(5), 6-1 defeat to Carlos Alcaraz in the Italian Open final on May 18, 2025, Jannik Sinner delivered a gracious and heartfelt message to his rival, acknowledging Alcaraz’s dominance and tipping him as the favorite for the upcoming French Open. In his on-court speech, Sinner said, “Carlos, well done to you and your team. You will definitely be the favorite when we get to Paris 😂. You are the strongest player on clay. Congratulations to you and good luck for the rest of the season.” This quote, shared by @TheTennisLetter on X, highlighted Sinner’s sportsmanship and respect for Alcaraz’s clay-court prowess.
Sinner’s message came after a thrilling match where Alcaraz ended the World No. 1’s 26-match winning streak, per News4jax.com. The first set was a 70-minute battle, with Alcaraz saving two set points before clinching the tiebreak, while the second saw Sinner struggle with a foot blister, managing just one game, as noted by Tennis Majors. Despite the loss, Sinner remained positive, viewing the final as a significant achievement after a challenging season marked by a three-month doping ban, per @rtl1025 on X.[](https://www.kxan.com/sports-general/ap-alcaraz-beats-sinner-again-to-win-the-italian-open-and-solidify-his-status-as-french-open-favorite/)
The Italian’s nod to Alcaraz as the “strongest player on clay” reflects Alcaraz’s two French Open titles and his 6-4 head-to-head edge, per Reddit. Fans on X, like @NarasimhaRN5, praised Sinner’s humility, noting his prediction of a “war” in Paris, while @Uzochuwu1 echoed his sentiment, emphasizing Alcaraz’s favoritism for Roland Garros. Sinner’s message also aligns with his earlier comments about the match being a “perfect test” for the Grand Slam, per TennisWorldUSA.com.[](https://www.newsbreak.com/pro-football-sports-network-299253692/4012862029861-what-jannik-sinner-and-carlos-alcaraz-have-said-about-each-other-ahead-of-italian-open-final)
As both players gear up for Roland Garros, starting May 25, Sinner’s classy gesture underscores their mutual respect, with Alcaraz previously calling Sinner his biggest rival, per @TheTennisLetter. Despite the defeat, Sinner’s focus on growth and resilience sets the stage for a potential rematch in Paris.
