Jannik Sinner retains Nitto ATP Finals title with straight-set win over Carlos Alcaraz

Jannik Sinner successfully defended his Nitto ATP Finals crown on Sunday, defeating long-time rival Carlos Alcaraz 7-6(4), 7-5 in a thrilling final at Turin's Inalpi Arena. The Italian showcased remarkable composure, capping a season defined by his intense rivalry with the World No. 1 Spaniard.

Sinner and Alcaraz have dominated the 2025 season, collectively claiming 14 titles, including all four Grand Slam tournaments. Sinner’s ability to handle pressure proved decisive. He saved the only break point of the first set and clinched it in a tense tiebreak. Despite a less-than-ideal serve, Sinner executed crucial points with precision, particularly in pivotal moments of both sets.

The match saw a few interruptions, including a 10-minute pause at 2-2 in the first set due to a medical emergency in the stands, and a medical timeout by Alcaraz at 5-4. In the second set, Alcaraz grabbed an early lead, but Sinner fought back to 3-3 and then dominated the critical points, breaking Alcaraz’s serve at key moments to secure the straight-sets victory.

With this win, Sinner joined tennis legends John McEnroe and Boris Becker as the only men to lift multiple Nitto ATP Finals trophies on home soil. He also pocketed a record $5,071,000 (about 5 million dollars) champion’s prize, the largest in the tournament’s history.

Reflecting on his performance, Sinner said, “It was a very, very close match. I saved a set point in the first set and I am extremely happy with how I handled the situation. Celebrating this trophy at the end of the year after such an intense couple of months, there is no better ending.”

Alcaraz, who had already secured the ATP Year-End No. 1 ranking, acknowledged Sinner’s dominance, saying, “He has not lost a match on an indoor court for two years now. That shows how great a player he is.”

Sinner closes the 2025 season with an impressive 58-6 record, adding titles at the Australian Open and Wimbledon to his successful year.