(Video) Carlos Alcaraz Shares an Emotional Embrace with Juan Carlos Ferrero After Winning the Longest Roland Garros Final Ever

Carlos Alcaraz has won his fifth Grand Slam title at Roland Garros, after a hard-fought battle over Jannik Sinner.

(Video) Carlos Alcaraz Shares an Emotional Embrace with Juan Carlos Ferrero After Winning the Longest Roland Garros Final Ever

Carlos Alcaraz hugged his coach after his win (via Roland Garros)

After one of the toughest wins of his career, Carlos Alcaraz let his emotions pour out on the clay of Roland Garros. He had just defeated Jannik Sinner in a historic final, pushing himself to the edge. As the last point ended, he turned toward those who had supported him throughout his journey.

His first embrace went to coach Juan Carlos Ferrero, the man who helped shape his path to greatness. Their hug was long and emotional, symbolizing years of training, belief, and sacrifice. Alcaraz’s team joined in next, surrounding him in celebration. Their cheers echoed through the stadium, a tribute to their shared effort.

Then came his family—the constant presence through highs and lows. Their hug was filled with love and pride, a reminder that his victory was also theirs. With smiles and tears, they marked a moment that went far beyond tennis, celebrating a dream realized through years of support.

The crowd erupted in applause, moved by the emotional scene. It wasn’t just about the trophy; it was about the people who helped him get there. In that moment, Alcaraz stood not just as a champion, but as a son, teammate, and fighter whose success was built on deep connections and belief.

Incredible coincidence with Carlos Alcaraz after Roland Garros title win

World No.2 Carlos Alcaraz’s recent French Open win over Jannik Sinner has brought to light a striking coincidence with Rafael Nadal’s early career. As fans celebrated his triumph, many noticed that Alcaraz matched Nadal’s age when he won his fifth Grand Slam—22 years, 1 month, and 3 days.

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Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz (image via Roland Garros)

This shared milestone adds another layer to their connection as Spanish tennis icons. Nadal, hailed as the greatest clay-court player, began his dominance at the same age. Now Alcaraz, with his latest title at Roland Garros, mirrors that path in both timing and accomplishment.

The similarities aren’t just in numbers. Both players possess an intense competitive spirit, clutch performance under pressure, and a game built for the clay courts. Alcaraz’s rise, like Nadal’s, is marked by resilience, skill, and a strong support system behind the scenes.

Whether this alignment is mere coincidence or a sign of a passing torch, Alcaraz’s win fuels comparisons and excitement. It highlights his rapid ascent and opens the door for him to shape a legacy that may one day rival Nadal’s.

Carlos Alcaraz joins Novak Djokovic in a unique club

Spanish star Carlos Alcaraz produced a stunning comeback at the 2025 French Open to become only the third man in history to win a Grand Slam after saving championship points. The Spaniard, now a five-time major winner, fought back from two sets down to defeat world No. 1 Jannik Sinner in an intense five-set final, with a scoreline of 4-6, 6-7(4), 6-4, 7-6(3), 7-6(10-2).

Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz
Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz (Image via X/The Tennis Letter)

Midway through the fourth set, it looked like Sinner would seal the title as he broke Alcaraz to lead 4-3 and held serve to go 5-3 up. He then had three championship points on Alcaraz’s serve at 0-40. But the world No. 2 held his nerve, winning four straight points to escape the brink of defeat and then broke back to level the match. He went on to dominate the tiebreak and pushed the final to a deciding fifth set.

In the final set, Alcaraz broke immediately and held his lead, resisting pressure from the three-time Grand Slam winner. After five hours and 31 minutes, he clinched the win, making this the longest French Open final in the Open Era. His resilience under pressure added another layer to his growing legacy in men’s tennis.

Alcaraz joins an elite group of players who have won a Slam after facing match points in the final. The first was Gaston Gaudio, who saved two match points in the 2004 French Open final against Guillermo Coria. The second was Novak Djokovic, who denied Roger Federer two championship points in the 2019 Wimbledon final before going on to win. Alcaraz now shares that rare achievement with both champions.

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