Sinner takes advantage in the final of the ATP Finals 2025 by winning the first set against Alcaraz in Turin Por Luís Henrique Costa
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Jannik Sinner won the first set of the ATP Finals 2025 final against Carlos Alcaraz 7/6 (7-4 tie-break), in a match held this Sunday, November 16, at the Inalpi Arena, in Turin, Italy. The Italian, current champion and playing at home, made fewer mistakes in decisive moments and closed the opening set after 1h19min of play. The match continues in the second set, with the score evolving and Alcaraz looking for a reaction.
The duel marks the 16th confrontation between the two tennis players, who dominated the season with Grand Slam titles shared equally. Sinner reached the decision undefeated in the tournament, without losing sets and without suffering breaks of serve until the final. Alcaraz, number 1 in the world, guaranteed the position of leader in the ranking at the end of 2025 regardless of the result.
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During the first set, the game remained balanced, without breaks until 6/6, when the tie-break determined the winner.
First balanced set
Sinner started serving and confirmed the initial game without any difficulties. Alcaraz responded by maintaining serve and taking a 1-0 lead. The set continued with both players dominating the service games.
There were no break points until the 12th game. Alcaraz saved important points with variations, including climbs to the net. Sinner responded with precise serves and deep balls.
The tie-break arrived with high technical quality. Sinner took the lead by minimizing unforced errors. The Italian closed at 7-4 after Alcaraz made mistakes in moments of pressure.
Start of second set
Alcaraz asked for medical attention during the break between sets for a massage on his right thigh. The Spaniard returned with a protective band on the back muscle of his leg.
The world number 1 started the second set by breaking Sinner’s serve in the first game, after the Italian committed two double faults. Alcaraz took a 2-0 lead after confirming the service.
Sinner reacted and returned the immediate break with efficient drop shots. The score tied at 3-3 after intense exchanges. The Italian kept games shorter at times.
Alcaraz put pressure on with shots and shots at the net. The Spaniard drew 4-4 and remained alive in the match.
Rivalry in 2025
Sinner and Alcaraz have faced each other six times in finals this season. The Spaniard has the advantage with five victories in previous decisions.
- Alcaraz won at Roland Garros, US Open, Masters 1000 in Rome and Cincinnati.
- Sinner triumphed at Wimbledon and Beijing ATP.
The Italian is looking for his second consecutive title at the ATP Finals. He hasn’t lost on indoor courts since 2023, making it 30 consecutive wins on that surface.
Alcaraz competes in his first tournament finalamong masters. The Spaniard is trying for his ninth title of the season.
Clash Details
The match was briefly interrupted in the first set due to medical assistance to a fan in the stands.
Sinner has massive support from the Italian public. Alcaraz varies the game with drop shots and attacks to the net to neutralize his rival’s powerful serve.
The winner will receive a record prize of more than US$5 million if they remain unbeaten in the tournament. The final ends the 2025 season of the ATP circuit.
Season numbers
Alcaraz has won eight titles in 2025, including two Grand Slams. Sinner won five trophies, with victories at the Australian Open and Wimbledon.
The two shared the four Majors of the year. Alcaraz took Roland Garros and US Open.
In the overall history, Alcaraz leads 10 to 6. In 2025, the Spaniard won four of the five previous duels.
Key moments so far
- Break by Alcaraz at the beginning of the second set, the first suffered by Sinner in the tournament.
- Immediate reaction from the Italian with a break back.
- 5-5 draw in the second set in recent updates.
- Alcaraz serving to maintain equality or force a tie-break.
A partida continues in progress at Inalpi Arena, with live broadcast on sports channels.