Carlos Alcaraz won the Cincinnati Open 2025 after World No. 1 Jannik Sinner was forced to retire hurt during the opening set of the men’s singles final. The Spaniard, who has already claimed five titles this season, led 5-0 when Sinner was unable to continue, giving Alcaraz his first Cincinnati trophy.
Jannik Sinner Forced to Retire, Carlos Alcaraz Is The Cincinnati Open 2025 Champion
Jannik Sinner, struggling with an undisclosed physical issue, decided he could not complete the match.
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“Hello everyone, first, usually I start with the opponent, but today I have to start with you guys. I’m super, super sorry to disappoint you from yesterday. I didn’t feel great. I thought that I would improve during the night, but it came up worse,” Sinner said during a post-match message to fans.
He continued, “I tried to come out, trying to make it at least a small match, but I couldn’t handle more. I’m very, very sorry for all of you. I know that maybe some of you on Monday had to work or had to do something else, so I’m really, really sorry.”
Carlos Alcaraz Shows Respect and Support, Pens Message for Jannik Sinner
After the match, Alcaraz approached Sinner to offer his support and penned a message on the courtside camera reading, “Sorry Jannik,” as a gesture of respect.
“I’m pretty sure that from these situations you’re going to come back better, even stronger than you always do – that’s what true champions do,” Alcaraz said, expressing sympathy toward Sinner, who did not disclose the exact nature of his illness.
Carlos Alcaraz On Dream Run, Wins Sixth Title of the Season
With this victory, Alcaraz adds his sixth trophy of the 2025 season, continuing an impressive run of form. Despite the abrupt ending to the final, the Spaniard’s commanding lead underscored his dominance and resilience on the court.
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