Sinner Faces Alcaraz in Rome Masters Final Showdown

Rome, Italy – Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz are set to clash in the final of the 2025 ATP Masters 1000 in Rome at 5 p.m. local time on Sunday, May 18. This match not only showcases the world’s top-ranked player against the third seed, but also comes as Alcaraz looks to extend his recent dominance on clay.

Sinner, returning from a three-month suspension due to two positive doping tests, has made an impressive comeback. He stormed through previous rounds, defeating Tommy Paul and Francisco Cerundolo, the latter in a commanding 6-0, 6-1 finish.

On the other hand, Alcaraz has not lost a set throughout the tournament, dominating opponents like Lorenzo Musetti and Jack Draper. His most challenging match came against Karen Khachanov, a match in which he dropped his first set of the tournament but recovered to win decisively.

Historically, Alcaraz has the upper hand in their head-to-head encounters, winning six matches to Sinner’s four. Recently, he has triumphed over Sinner in their last three meetings, including a tight contest earlier this year.

This final is seen as a precursor to the upcoming Roland-Garros championship, where both athletes are expected to be contenders. The outcome will be keenly anticipated, not only for the title but also for the psychological edge it may provide as they head to the French Open.

As fans prepare for this thrilling showdown, all eyes will be on Campo Centrale, where both players have displayed their exceptional talent on clay.