Carlos Alcaraz sends message to Alex de Minaur after beating him in the final of the Rotterdam Open
Carlos Alcaraz Claims First Title of 2025 with Rotterdam Open Victory
Carlos Alcaraz wasted no time returning to the winner’s circle in 2025, capturing the Rotterdam Open title on Sunday afternoon. The Spaniard triumphed over an in-form Alex de Minaur, who delivered an impressive run to the final and put up a strong fight.
The four-time Grand Slam champion ultimately prevailed, securing a 6-4, 3-6, 6-2 victory to claim his first title of the season. The win comes after his quarterfinal exit at the Australian Open, where he fell to Novak Djokovic.
Alcaraz continues to solidify his reputation as one of the most exciting and charismatic players on the ATP Tour. His performance in Rotterdam showcased his immense talent, as he overcame De Minaur’s challenge with composure and skill.
Carlos Alcaraz Praises Alex de Minaur After Hard-Fought Final
Despite the loss, De Minaur demonstrated clear progress in his game. While he struggled against Jannik Sinner at the Australian Open, the Aussie has shown continued improvement and pushed Alcaraz to the limit in Rotterdam.
Recognizing his opponent’s efforts, Alcaraz took a moment during his on-court interview to commend De Minaur:
“I just want to start by congratulating Alex. You’ve had a fantastic tournament, and you and your team are doing incredible work. I wish you all the best, and I’m happy to see you at the top,” Alcaraz said.
The mutual respect between top players was evident as De Minaur returned the praise.
“Carlos, congratulations, man. Too good again. To you and your whole team, well done. You’re an incredible person—we’ve known each other for a long time, and we always have some fun battles. I really enjoyed my time on court today, so thank you and congratulations on a great week,” De Minaur said.
Alcaraz Eyes Roland Garros Defense
Having already proven he can win on the biggest stages, Alcaraz will now set his sights on adding more Grand Slam titles to his collection. As the reigning Roland Garros champion, he will look to peak in time for the French Open in May, eager to defend his crown and prevent rivals like Sinner from claiming another major title.
While Alcaraz entered the Rotterdam final as the favorite, De Minaur’s spirited performance surprised many. Ultimately, the Spaniard held firm to secure the trophy. Now, with his first title of the year secured, Alcaraz will focus on maintaining his momentum as he targets more success throughout the season.
