“I don’t miss him at all” – Carlos Alcaraz makes his feelings known about Jannik Sinner’s absence.

Carlos Alcaraz secured his first indoor hardcourt title at the 2025 ABN AMRO Open in Rotterdam, outlasting Alex de Minaur 6-4, 3-6, 6-2 in the final. The victory marked his 17th career ATP title and cemented his status as one of the most dominant forces on tour.

Alcaraz’s Playful Dig at Jannik Sinner’s Absence

Jannik Sinner, the defending champion, withdrew from the event following his Australian Open triumph, leaving Alcaraz as the top seed. When asked if he missed his arch-rival, the Spaniard delivered a lighthearted response:

“Not really!” he said with a laugh. “Now that I’m holding the trophy – I’m going to say that I didn’t miss him in the tournament.”

Despite the banter, Alcaraz acknowledged that Sinner’s presence could have made for an exciting final.

“Probably we could have played a great final, who knows. I always want to play against the best tennis player in the world just to see where my level is.”

Backing Sinner’s Decision to Withdraw

Sinner’s late withdrawal was due to the need for rest after his successful Australian Open title defense. Alcaraz expressed understanding for his rival’s choice.

“Obviously, he decided to pull out of the tournament last minute. His reason – I understand him, for sure.”

However, he admitted that Sinner’s presence would have been a great addition to the tournament.

“I think for the tournament it could’ve been great, you know, having him and me in the same tournament.”

The Match: Alcaraz Fends Off De Minaur in a Hard-Fought Final

• First Set: Alcaraz gained the early advantage, breaking in the third game before sealing the set 6-4.
• Second Set: De Minaur responded with a quick 3-0 lead, breaking Alcaraz early and leveling the match 6-3.
• Final Set: The Spaniard raised his level, breaking De Minaur in the sixth game and closing the match with a 6-2 win.

“This week has been a really good week. I came here not feeling 100% well with a cold, but every day I felt better and better.”

What’s Next? A Possible Alcaraz vs. Sinner Showdown in Doha

While Rotterdam didn’t feature an Alcaraz-Sinner showdown, fans won’t have to wait long. Both stars are set to compete at the ATP 500 event in Doha (February 17-22), alongside Novak Djokovic, Daniil Medvedev, Andrey Rublev, and Alex de Minaur.

Could we see another epic Alcaraz-Sinner battle? Let us know your thoughts! 🎾🔥