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          <title>He’s a former Roland Garros champ who once shocked Djokovic and delivered strong accusations against Nadal</title>
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          <description><![CDATA[Olivier Rochus competed professionally for fifteen years, sharing a large portion of his career with the 'Big Three' era of Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic. <p>Entering the pro circuit between the late ’90s and early 2000s was anything but simple. Back then, icons Pete Sampras and Andre Agassi largely dictated the game’s pace, alongside figures like Marat Safin, and Andy Roddick. Just taking his first steps was none other than <strong>Roger Federer</strong>, soon to be joined by <strong>Rafael Nadal</strong> and <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/novak-djokovic">Novak Djokovic</a></strong>. Competing and earning notable results during this demanding era was <strong>Olivier Rochus</strong>, a player who always stood out due to his height.</p>



<p>The immense majority of ATP circuit players measure over six feet tall (1.80 meters), with many easily surpassing that stature. However, Rochus, a native of Belgium, stood at the opposite extreme.</p>



<p>In the Open Era, he is <strong>the third shortest male player in tennis history</strong> at just 5-foot-6 (168 centimeters). For context, the shortest was Spaniard Angel Gimenez (5-foot-4), and the second shortest was American Harold Salomon (5-foot-5).</p>



<h2>The notable career of Olivier Rochus</h2>



<p>Olivier Rochus competed as a professional from 1999 through 2014. While his most significant achievements came in doubles alongside his compatriot <strong>Xavier Malisse</strong>, he still managed to capture two singles titles (Palermo in 2000 and Munich in 2006) and climbed as high as <strong>World No. 24</strong>.</p>



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<p>In doubles, he achieved his greatest glory with Malisse, winning <strong>Roland Garros</strong> in 2004. The pair also claimed the Adelaide title in 2005. His competitive career wrapped up in 2014, concluding a 15-year run at the sport’s highest level, marked by several important victories.</p>


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<h2>The mythic match that stunned Djokovic</h2>



<p>Undeniably, the most important singles victory of Olivier Rochus’s career came in 2010 against Novak Djokovic at the <strong>Miami Masters 1000</strong>. On Nole’s favored hardcourt surface—and at a time when the Serb already possessed a Grand Slam title and stood on the cusp of his career-defining 2011 season—the Belgian underdog shocked the tennis world by defeating Djokovic in Miami by a score of <strong>6-2, 6-7, 6-4</strong>.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/10/29202504/rochus-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="" class="wp-image-517850" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Olivier Rochus celebrates after defeating Novak Djokovic at the Miami Masters 1000. (Getty)</figcaption></figure>



<h2>Strong accusations against Rafael Nadal</h2>



<p>Olivier Rochus first publicly targeted <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/rafael-nadal">Rafael Nadal</a> in <strong>2013</strong>, when he suggested the Spanish tennis star was doping, according to the Belgian outlet <em><strong>La Libre Belgique</strong></em>. “<em>There are only rumors about Nadal, but there are many</em>,” Rochus questioned. “<em>Perhaps enough to ask this question: <strong>How can he dominate Roland Garros and one month later be unable to play?”</strong></em> </p>



<p>“<em><strong>If controls were public, we wouldn’t have to listen to stupid comments like that without any proof</strong>. It’s incredible that such things are said. Let him present proof and then we’ll talk</em>,” he added.</p>



<p><strong>Toni Nadal</strong>, Rafa’s uncle and former coach, responded without hesitation in an interview with <em>Punto de Break</em>. “<em><strong>Besides being an imbecile, he is ill-mannered</strong>. He is a true imbecile because if one knew [something], it would be fine to say it. But knowing, as I believe he should know, that Rafael has never taken anything in his life and surely won’t, I find it incredible that a fool like this says what he said</em>,” Toni Nadal stated.</p>



<p>The controversy didn’t end there. The Belgian later took aim at Nadal again during the <strong>2014 Australian Open Final</strong>, where Rafa lost to Stan Wawrinka. Rochus suggested the treatment Nadal received during a medical timeout was suspicious.</p>



<p>“<em>When he returned from the locker room he was limping. Then, surprisingly, he could run in the third and fourth sets. <strong>He clearly left the court to receive an injection</strong></em>,” the Belgian asserted during the <em>Eurosport</em> broadcast.</p>



<h2>Life after the ATP tour</h2>



<p>After retiring from professional play, Rochus transitioned into a commentator role, working for the French television network Eurosport. On a personal level, he is married with two children and remains a passionate golfer. His social media presence frequently features shared content about his family and nostalgic throwbacks to his tennis career.</p>
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          <title>She’s a former World No. 1 and Roland Garros champion once called the ‘most beautiful woman’ by Donald Trump</title>
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          <pubDate>Sat, 27 Sep 2025 20:59:23 -0400</pubDate>
          <description><![CDATA[Ana Ivanovic made her mark in Serbian tennis before the rise of Novak Djokovic, reaching World No. 1 in the WTA rankings and winning Roland Garros. <p>Many of the world’s greatest tennis players were born in Eastern Europe, a region with a strong culture for the sport. In 1987, Serbia saw the birth of two gems: <strong>Novak Djokovic </strong>and <strong>Ana Ivanovic</strong>, who would go on to become World No. 1 in the WTA rankings and a <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/roland-garros">Roland Garros</a> champion.</p>



<p>Ivanovic’s passion for tennis began when she watched her compatriot <strong>Monica Seles</strong> on television, inspiring her to ask her parents for lessons. She quickly showed talent and posted impressive results at the national level, even during challenging times in her country. By 2003 she had turned professional, and two years later she lifted her first WTA title.</p>



<p>The Serbian rapidly established herself among the game’s elite, competing in a tough era dominated by <strong>Serena</strong> and <strong>Venus Williams, Maria Sharapova</strong>, and <strong>Dinara Safina</strong>. After her breakthrough title in 2005, she added another in 2006, three more in 2007, and started 2008 in spectacular fashion by winning Indian Wells.</p>



<p>That same year, she achieved her greatest triumph, winning <strong>her lone Grand Slam</strong> at Roland Garros with a victory over Safina in the final. Between late 2008 and 2014, she collected <strong>seven additional titles</strong>, though the final stretch of her career was hampered by injuries. In total, Ivanovic spent 12 weeks as the <strong>No. 1 player in the world.</strong></p>



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<h2>Injuries forced her retirement</h2>



<p>Ana Ivanovic stepped away from professional tennis in December 2016 at the age of 29, citing persistent injuries as the decisive factor. “<em>I’ve decided to retire from professional tennis. <strong>It was a tough decision, but also a joyful one</strong>. I wanted to be a tennis player since I was five, watching Monica Seles on TV. My parents supported me all the way to becoming No. 1 and winning Roland Garros. I’ve played many memorable matches — not bad for a little Serbian girl,</em>” she said at the time.</p>


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<p>Looking back years later, Ivanovic admitted that the mental side of the sport was often just as challenging as the physical grind. Speaking to Olympic Channel in 2022, she reflected: “<em>There were times in my career when I struggled because I focused too much on the outside — results, what people thought of me, and so on. Later you realize that none of that really matters, only what you feel inside. People judge based only on what they see on the court, but players live the full story. </em><strong><em>That’s why the mental part of the game is more important than ever”</em>.</strong></p>



<h2>The day Trump praised her beauty</h2>



<p>In 2014, the 2008 Roland Garros champion posted a photo on <em>X</em> (formerly <em>Twitter</em>) alongside <strong>Donald Trump</strong> — who at the time had not yet entered the White House — with the caption: “<em><strong>Meeting with the boss!</strong></em>”</p>



<p>Not long after, former Serbian Prime Minister Ivica Dacic revealed that during conversations about tennis, Trump had expressed his admiration for Ivanovic, calling her “<em><strong>the most beautiful woman I’ve ever seen, simply the most beautiful</strong></em>”.</p>



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<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Meeting with the boss! <a href="https://twitter.com/realDonaldTrump?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@realDonaldTrump</a> <a href="http://t.co/Nz3HNJBwKC">pic.twitter.com/Nz3HNJBwKC</a></p>— Ana Ivanovic (@anaivanovic) <a href="https://twitter.com/anaivanovic/status/507179891683770368?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 3, 2014</a></blockquote></div><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<h2>Life after tennis</h2>



<p>Since retiring, Ivanovic has remained connected to the sport, often appearing as a guest at major tennis events. Away from the court, she has built a full life with her family, raising three children with soccer World Cup winner <strong>Bastian Schweinsteiger</strong>. </p>



<p>She also serves as a UNICEF ambassador, focusing on health and sports initiatives, and has pursued ventures in fashion and beauty, highlighting her influence well beyond tennis.</p>
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          <title>He’s a former top 10, played a Roland Garros final against Nadal, and was involved in two doping cases</title>
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          <pubDate>Thu, 21 Aug 2025 22:11:17 -0400</pubDate>
          <description><![CDATA[Mariano Puerta reached the pinnacle of his career in 2005 when he battled Rafael Nadal in the French Open final. But that same year also brought the toughest setback of his life. <p><strong>Mariano Puerta</strong>’s career was anything but ordinary. Born in Cordoba, <strong>Argentina,</strong> he moved to Buenos Aires as a teenager to pursue tennis professionally, inspired by countryman <strong>Guillermo Vilas</strong>. </p>



<p>Results came quickly, especially on clay. As a junior, his biggest achievement was reaching the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/roland-garros">Roland Garros</a> boys’ final</strong> in 1995 against Mariano Zabaleta, though he fell short of the title.</p>



<p>Still, Puerta’s promise was clear. By <strong>1998</strong>, he broke through on the ATP Tour, capturing his first career title in <strong>Palermo</strong>, Italy, against fellow Argentine Franco Squillari. The year <strong>2000</strong> marked his real emergence. He was <strong>second</strong> only to <strong>Guga Kuerten</strong> <strong>in clay-court victories</strong>, winning the Bogota Open and reaching finals in Mexico City, Santiago, Gstaad, and Umag.</p>



<h2>Injuries and mental struggles</h2>



<p>But Puerta’s rise was derailed by a serious wrist injury while training with coach Hernan Gumy. The setback shook him both physically and mentally. “<em>It happened while warming up with Hernan Gumy. First ball, he hit it softly, I set up my forehand, swung, and felt a tremendous pain. That year I ended up playing with injections. The injury got worse until we decided on surgery, which I had in the United States. <strong>That’s when instability in my career began, along with mental struggles</strong>,”</em> Puerta told <em>La Nacion.</em></p>



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<p>His return was rocky. Puerta later admitted it took him time to realize he needed psychological help. <em>“In 2002 I wasn’t bouncing back. <strong>I felt 100 percent responsible for the failure of my comeback after surgery</strong>. I was so aware of it that during many tournaments I was hurting myself on purpose—sometimes hitting balls out deliberately, not being humble, not chasing certain shots. It takes a lot of humility to succeed. Having so much success at a young age can make you arrogant. There was a moment when I said: ‘<strong>Either I forgive myself or this ends here. I couldn’t go on like that</strong>,’”</em> Puerta recalled.</p>


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<h2>The first doping case</h2>



<p>By 2003, Puerta was rebuilding his form. But at the ATP tournament in Viña del Mar, after losing to fellow Argentine Agustin Calleri, <strong>he tested positive for clenbuterol</strong>, a banned substance. He was suspended for nine months.</p>



<p><em>“After that match in Chile, I had a doping test—everything seemed normal. Months later they told me it was positive. I thought, ‘What is this? <strong>Oh, the medicine</strong>!’ I cannot believe it!,”</em> Puerta said.</p>



<h2>The comeback and Roland Garros run</h2>



<p>Cleared to compete again in mid-2004, Puerta mounted an impressive comeback. He reached the Buenos Aires final in 2005, then won <strong>his third ATP title</strong> in <strong>Casablanca</strong> by defeating Juan “Pico” Monaco.</p>



<p>That set the stage for the best run of his career: <strong>the 2005 Roland Garros</strong>. Puerta advanced to the final, where he faced a young <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/rafael-nadal">Rafael Nadal</a>, who was seeking his first Grand Slam title. Puerta stunned the Spaniard by taking the opening set 7–6, but Nadal stormed back to win the next three and claim his maiden major crown.</p>



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<h2>The second doping case and career collapse</h2>



<p>Days later, Puerta’s career unraveled. A drug test from Roland Garros came back positive, this time for <strong>epinephrine</strong>. Puerta argued the trace amount found in his body came from accidentally drinking from his wife’s water bottle, which contained medication.</p>



<p>The penalty was severe: an <strong>eight-year suspension</strong>, effectively a career-ending sanction. In 2006, the Court of Arbitration for Sport reduced it to <strong>two years,</strong> allowing him to return in 2007. He won a Challenger in Bogota in 2008, <strong>but he never came close to his previous heights</strong>. In truth, that 2005 Roland Garros final would remain the defining match of his career—the peak and the turning point.</p>



<h2>A career of highs and lows</h2>



<p>Despite the controversies, Puerta still left his mark on Argentine tennis. He reached a career-high ranking of <strong>World No. 9</strong> in <strong>August 2005</strong> and played a crucial role in <strong>Argentina’s Davis Cup win</strong> over Australia that same year, teaming with David Nalbandian to defeat Wayne Arthurs and Lleyton Hewitt in doubles on grass. </p>
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          <title>She’s a 20-time Grand Slam champ, was humiliated in the Roland Garros final, and defied the Soviet Union</title>
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          <description><![CDATA[Natasha Zvereva was the Soviet Union’s standout tennis player of the 1990s and one of the first to speak out against her government. <p><strong>Aryna Sabalenka</strong> has put Belarusian tennis back at the top of the women’s circuit, but decades ago, one player stood as the true symbol of the country: <strong>Natasha Zvereva</strong>.</p>



<p>Born in Minsk, when it was still part of the <strong>Soviet Union</strong>, Zvereva became a standout both on and off the court, speaking out against her government long before the fall of the Berlin Wall and standing up for what she believed was fair.</p>



<p>On the court, Zvereva had a remarkable singles career—including a historic match against <strong>Steffi Graf</strong>—but it was in doubles where she truly cemented her legacy. She formed a legendary partnership with <strong>Gigi Fernandez</strong> and also won titles alongside other iconic players like <strong>Pam Shriver</strong> and <strong>Martina Hingis</strong>.</p>



<h2>A Roland Garros final for the history books</h2>



<p>Sports held a special place in the Soviet Union, and Natasha Zvereva quickly rose through the ranks to make her mark on the professional tennis circuit. Turning pro in <strong>1988</strong>, she made an immediate impact by reaching the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/roland-garros">Roland Garros</a> final that same year, where she faced one of the greatest players of all time, Steffi Graf. The match went down in history for its sheer dominance, with Graf defeating Zvereva <strong>6-0, 6-0 in just 32 minutes</strong>.</p>



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<h2>A strong singles career</h2>



<p>Despite that historic loss, Zvereva went on to build an impressive singles career that spanned from <strong>1988 to 2002</strong>. She reached her career-high ranking in June 1989, climbing to <strong>No. 5 in the world</strong>.</p>


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<p>Zvereva captured <strong>four WTA singles titles</strong>: Brisbane in 1990, Sydney later that same year, Chicago in 1994, and Eastbourne in 1999. Interestingly, she never won a clay-court tournament—the very surface where she first rose to prominence with her Roland Garros final appearance at just 17 years old.</p>



<h2>Legendary doubles career</h2>



<p>Alongside her singles success, Zvereva left an even bigger mark in doubles. She won an astounding <strong>80 women’s doubles titles</strong>, in addition to several mixed doubles championships. Zvereva also earned an <strong>Olympic bronze</strong> <strong>medal</strong> in <strong>Barcelona in 1992</strong>, teaming with <strong>Leila Meskhi</strong>.</p>



<p>She reached the <strong>world No. 1</strong> ranking in doubles and claimed a total of <strong>20 Grand Slam titles</strong>: <strong>18 in women’s doubles</strong>—mostly alongside Gigi Fernandez, but also with Martina Hingis, Larisa Neiland, and Pam Shriver—and <strong>two in mixed doubles</strong>, one with Jim Pugh at the 1990 Australian Open and another with Rick Leach at the 1995 Australian Open.</p>



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<h2>Natasha Zvereva vs the Soviet Union</h2>



<p>Born in Minsk—now the capital of Belarus, but then part of the Soviet Union—Zvereva turned professional in 1988. Just a year later, she publicly challenged a controversial Soviet policy that <strong>paid athletes a fixed monthly salary while keeping their prize money</strong>.</p>



<p>In 1989, after losing the Hilton Head final to Steffi Graf, legendary journalist Bud Collins handed Zvereva her runner-up check. Her response was blunt: “<em><strong>This is just a piece of paper</strong></em>,” a pointed remark highlighting that she would never see that money.</p>



<h2>Hall of Fame induction and captaincy of Belarus</h2>



<p>In 2010, Zvereva and longtime doubles partner Gigi Fernandez were inducted into the <strong>Tennis Hall of Fame</strong>. Speaking at the ceremony, Zvereva said, <em>“<strong>I’m very proud to be the first player born in Belarus to be included in the Tennis Hall of Fame.</strong> I have to say, without Gigi’s mentality, we would never have made it here. I never imagined we could achieve something like this—I was just playing tennis”.</em> Zvereva also served as captain of the Belarusian women’s team competing in the <strong>Billie Jean King Cup</strong>, further cementing her legacy both on and off the court.</p>
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          <description><![CDATA[Italian tennis legend Nicola Pietrangeli, an Olympic medalist who left a lasting mark on the sport, is now dealing with severe back pain. <p>Time takes its toll on everyone, and elite athletes are no exception. After retiring from professional play, many tennis stars face lingering pain—and for <strong>Nicola Pietrangeli</strong>, the iconic Italian who dominated the sport with decades-defining victories, that pain is all too real.</p>



<p>To put his career in perspective, Pietrangeli was considered <strong>Italy’s greatest player of all time</strong>—until recently, when <strong>Jannik Sinner</strong> emerged as the new star. Now 91 years old, Pietrangeli opened up in an exclusive interview with <em>SuperTennis</em> about the daily consequences of competing at the highest level for <strong>15 seasons</strong>.</p>



<p>His first words were stark: “<em>That’s life: painful and boring</em>”. But the two-time <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/roland-garros">Roland Garros</a> champion (1959, 1960) elaborated, sharing a candid confession that resonated deeply: <em><strong>“I want a day without pain</strong>. This pain I suffer keeps me from moving</em>”.</p>



<p>The discomfort plagues his lower back near the sacrum. Expanding on his struggles, Pietrangeli admitted, “<em>They’ve tried everything. My friends call me to play cards, but I need to rest</em>.” He added, “<em>Even though I spend the whole day in bed, <strong>I don’t get a day of relief from this pain</strong>”.</em></p>



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<p>Pietrangeli holds the record for <strong>most Davis Cup wins</strong>, cementing his status as a true legend of the historic tournament. He was also often seen supporting Italy’s top players, particularly in tennis, forming a close bond with <strong>Fabio Fognini</strong>—famously jumping onto the clay to hand Fognini his trophy after the Monte Carlo Masters victory.</p>


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<p>Reflecting on life as he nears 92, Pietrangeli didn’t hold back: <em>“<strong>I’m tired</strong>. Tired of being tired. I don’t know what I’ll be like in two weeks. It won’t change anything</em>”. He added with grim humor, “<em>I’m like a worm. I watch TV, I watch Netflix, and even just holding the remote, I get in the way”.</em></p>



<h2>Pietrangeli opens up about mental health</h2>



<p>When it comes to his mental state, Pietrangeli didn’t hold back. “<em>My mind slips a little. <strong>I can remember things I did 50 years ago, but not what I did the day before yesterday</strong></em>,” he said at first. Moments later, he added a sobering reflection that left listeners stunned: “<em>I feel like any day, it just won’t work anymore”</em>.</p>



<p>The former bronze medalist at the 1968 Mexico Olympics, who retired just five years later, made clear the toll these lingering pains have taken on his life. The interview ended as poignantly as it began. <em><strong>“As my son says: ‘I’ve beaten cancer, but not old age</strong></em>,’” Pietrangeli concluded.</p>
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          <title>Alcaraz and Sinner share impressive Grand Slam record following Roland Garros, Wimbledon finals</title>
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          <pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2025 22:55:53 -0400</pubDate>
          <description><![CDATA[Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner faced off in the last two Grand Slam finals—Roland Garros and Wimbledon—and now share an impressive record. <p>Just as <strong>Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal</strong>, and <strong>Novak Djokovic</strong> once dominated the ATP Tour and collected most of the Grand Slam titles over the past two decades, the new landscape of men’s tennis appears to be increasingly shaped by <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carlos-alcaraz">Carlos Alcaraz</a></strong> and <strong>Jannik Sinner</strong>. That shift is underscored by a remarkable record the two have achieved following their recent showdowns in the finals of <strong>Roland Garros </strong>and <strong>Wimbledon.</strong></p>



<p>According to <em>Mister Only Tennis</em>, an <em>X</em> account known for detailed tennis stats, Alcaraz and <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jannik-sinner">Sinner</a></strong> now rank first and third, respectively, in terms <strong>of Grand Slam final win percentage in the Open Era</strong>, which began in 1968. This ranking includes only players who have reached at least five major finals.</p>



<p>It is topped by Australian legend <strong>Rod Laver</strong>, who posted an 83.3% success rate by winning five of six finals—<strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/wimbledon">Wimbledon</a></strong> 1968 and all four majors in 1969—losing only at Roland Garros in 1968. Notably, Laver also captured six additional major titles during the amateur era.</p>



<p>Tied with Laver at the top—excluding those amateur titles—is Alcaraz. The Spanish star has also won five of his first six Grand Slam finals (<strong>US Open</strong> 2022, Wimbledon 2023 and 2024, and <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/roland-garros">Roland Garros</a></strong> 2024 and 2025), with his only loss coming at this year’s Wimbledon final.</p>



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<p>Sinner sits just below with an 80% win rate in Grand Slam finals, having claimed titles at the <strong>Australian Open</strong> in 2024 and 2025, the US Open in 2024, and Wimbledon in 2025. His lone defeat came at Roland Garros earlier this year. In fact, Alcaraz and Sinner handed each other their first career losses in Grand Slam finals this season—evidence of the razor-thin margin between them at the top of the sport.</p>


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<h2>Another impressive benchmark for Sinner and Alcaraz</h2>



<p>What makes these achievements even more impressive is the age of the two players. At just 23 and 22 years old, respectively, Sinner and Alcaraz are already cementing their place among tennis’s elite, posting statistics that compare favorably with some of the game’s all-time greats.</p>



<p>In addition to their Grand Slam finals efficiency, both players rank among the <strong>best in ATP Tour final win percentage since the start of the Open Era</strong>, based on players who have contested at least 25 finals.</p>



<p>Per <em>Mister Only Tennis</em>, <strong>Thomas Muster</strong> leads that list with an 81.6% mark (44–10), followed by <strong>Nikolay Davydenko</strong> at 75% (21–7). Alcaraz matches Davydenko’s percentage—though he has done so at a far younger age. Sinner follows closely with a 74.1% win rate (20–7). Others rounding out the top group include <strong>Thomas Enqvist</strong> (73.1%), <strong>Pete Sampras</strong> (72.7%), and<strong> Rod Laver</strong> (71.9%).</p>


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          <description><![CDATA[Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz will face off in the Wimbledon final, just as they did at Roland Garros. They’ve now matched a record previously held only by Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal. <p>This Friday, <strong>Jannik Sinner</strong> and <strong>Carlos Alcaraz</strong> won their respective matches to advance to the <strong>Wimbledon </strong>final. They’ll once again meet head-to-head, just as they did recently at <strong>Roland Garros</strong>, equaling a milestone that only <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/roger-federer">Roger Federer</a></strong> and <strong>Rafael Nadal</strong> had achieved before.</p>



<p>Until now, <strong>the only players in the Open Era to face each other in both the Roland Garros and Wimbledon finals in the same season were Federer and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/rafael-nadal">Nadal</a></strong>. Now, Alcaraz and Sinner join that exclusive list, a sign of the incredible dominance they’re displaying on the ATP Tour.</p>



<p>However, for now, Carlos and Jannik remain far from matching what their predecessors accomplished. Federer and Nadal didn’t just hit this milestone once — they did it three years in a row, from 2006 to 2008.</p>



<p>They clashed at <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/roland-garros">Roland Garros</a></strong> in the 2006 final, with Rafael coming out on top, but a month later Roger got his revenge at Wimbledon and claimed the title. The same story played out again in 2007. In 2008, the Spanish legend took full control of the rivalry, winning both tournaments back-to-back.</p>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><div><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1024" height="576" src="https://media.bolavip.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2025/06/11091333/sinner-1-1024x576-1024x576.webp" alt="carlos alcaraz" class="wp-image-416236" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px"></figure></div><figcaption>Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner after the Roland Garros final</figcaption></figure>



<p>Now Sinner and Alcaraz are writing their own chapter in tennis history. This Sunday marks their first <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/wimbledon">Wimbledon</a></strong> final against each other, and for now, the advantage belongs to the Spanish player, who claimed the Roland Garros title last month.</p>


        <div class="wp_fsn_relatedlinks" use="ALSO" link="https://bolavip.com/en/tennis/novak-djokovic-reveals-his-pick-for-wimbledon-winner-between-carlos-alcaraz-and-jannik-sinner" image="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.bolavip.com%2Fwebp%2Fen%2Ffull%2FBUS_20250711_BUS_438766_noval-djokovic-wimbledon-semifinal.webp&amp;width=200&amp;height=200" excerpt="Novak Djokovic, after falling in the Wimbledon semifinals, shared who he believes will win the final between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner.
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        <div class="wp_fsn_relatedlinks" use="SEO" link="https://bolavip.com/en/tennis/sinner-joins-exclusive-group-with-djokovic-federer-nadal-and-murray-in-huge-grand-slam-feat" image="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.bolavip.com%2Fwebp%2Fen%2Ffull%2FBUS_20250711_BUS_438646_sinner-wimbledon-final.webp&amp;width=200&amp;height=200" excerpt="Jannik Sinner advanced to his first Wimbledon final, and in doing so, he joined one of the most exclusive clubs in tennis history—matching a Grand Slam milestone previously achieved only by Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Andy Murray.
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        <div class="wp_fsn_relatedlinks" use="SEO" link="https://bolavip.com/en/tennis/carlos-alcaraz-surpasses-novak-djokovic-roger-federer-and-rafael-nadal-in-grand-slam-feat" image="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.bolavip.com%2Fwebp%2Fen%2Ffull%2FBUS_20250710_BUS_438225_alcaraz-carlos.webp&amp;width=200&amp;height=200" excerpt="Spanish star Carlos Alcaraz has surpassed Novak Djokovic, Roger Federer, and Rafael Nadal in a Grand Slam milestone after booking his spot in the Wimbledon semifinals.
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<h2>How many Grand Slam finals has Alcaraz played?</h2>



<p>Sunday’s match against Sinner will be <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carlos-alcaraz">Alcaraz</a></strong>’s third straight Wimbledon final; he won the title in both 2023 and 2024. In addition, he has reached three other Grand Slam finals: the 2022 <strong>US Open</strong> and the 2024 and 2025 French Open. So far, Carlos is perfect on the biggest stages, with five wins and zero losses.</p>



<p><em><strong>“I’m not thinking about the winning streak or the results at all,”</strong></em> Alcaraz said after defeating <strong>Taylor Fritz</strong> in the semifinals, according to the official website of the ATP Tour. <em>“This is my dream, stepping on these beautiful courts and playing tennis in the most beautiful tournaments in the world. That’s all I try to think at every tournament and why I try to bring the joy to the courts.”</em></p>



<h2>How many Grand Slam finals has Sinner played?</h2>



<p>For <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jannik-sinner">Sinner</a></strong>, this will be the fifth Grand Slam final of his career. He currently holds a strong, though not flawless, record: of the four finals he has played so far, he has won three titles (the 2024 US Open and the 2024 and 2025 <strong>Australian Open</strong>), while he lost the Roland Garros final earlier this year.</p>



<p><em><strong>”I can’t believe it,”</strong></em> said Jannik after defeating<strong> Novak Djokovic</strong> on Friday. <em>“It’s a tournament I always watched when I was young on television. <strong>I would never have imagined that I could play here in the final</strong>, so it’s amazing. I know how much work me and my team are putting in.”</em></p>


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          <title>Carlos Alcaraz earned $2.5 million for Roland Garros victory: How much will the Wimbledon champion earn?</title>
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          <pubDate>Thu, 12 Jun 2025 21:26:53 -0400</pubDate>
          <description><![CDATA[After Carlos Alcaraz’s triumph at Roland Garros, all eyes turn to Wimbledon, the crown jewel of grass-court tennis. <p>As the clay-court season concluded with <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carlos-alcaraz">Carlos Alcaraz</a>’s </strong>dramatic victory over <strong>Jannik Sinner </strong>in the <strong>Roland Garros </strong>final, the tennis world now shifts its focus to the brief but prestigious grass-court swing, culminating at <strong>Wimbledon</strong>—the third Grand Slam of the year.</p>



<p><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/wimbledon">Wimbledon</a>, played at the iconic <strong>All England Club</strong>, has its own set of unique traditions. The most notable? <strong>Players are required to wear all-white attire, including accessories and racket bags</strong>. Any additional colors are limited to subtle, nearly imperceptible details, reflecting the tournament’s storied history and respect for tradition.</p>



<p>In terms of prize money, <strong>Wimbledon is set to break records in 2025</strong>. This year’s champions in both the men’s and women’s singles draws will each take home a staggering <strong>€3.5 million</strong>, a significant increase from the €2.55 million awarded to the winners of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/roland-garros">Roland Garros</a>. Alcaraz and <strong>Coco Gauff</strong>, the champions in Paris, have set a high bar heading into the grass-court season.</p>



<h2>What does the grass-court season look like before Wimbledon?</h2>



<p>Grass-court events are the shortest leg of the tennis calendar, providing only a few weeks of preparation before Wimbledon. After Roland Garros wrapped up with Alcaraz’s memorable win, the men’s tour turned its attention to <strong>Stuttgart</strong>, Germany, and <strong>Hertogenbosch </strong>in the Netherlands.</p>



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<p>The action continues with two <strong>ATP 500</strong> events from <strong>June 16 to 22</strong> in <strong>Halle</strong>, Germany, and at <strong>Queen’s Club</strong> in England. The final tune-ups before Wimbledon will take place in <strong>Mallorca </strong>and <strong>Eastbourne</strong>, giving players one last chance to sharpen their grass-court skills.</p>


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        <div class="wp_fsn_relatedlinks" use="SEO" link="https://bolavip.com/en/tennis/former-world-no-1-says-alcaraz-and-sinner-are-on-another-level-but-not-yet-above-big-three" image="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.bolavip.com%2Fwebp%2Fen%2Ffull%2FBUS_20250612_BUS_416877_alcaraz-sinner-1-1.webp&amp;width=200&amp;height=200" excerpt="Former World No. 1 and seven-time Grand Slam winner Mats Wilander reflects on Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz&apos;s level compared to the Big Three. 
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<h2>Who are the defending champions at Wimbledon?</h2>



<p>Wimbledon often produces unexpected results, as many players struggle to adapt to the unique challenges of grass. However, some names are expected to shine in 2025. Among the favorites in the men’s draw are reigning champion Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, <strong>Alexander Zverev</strong>, and <strong>Novak Djokovic</strong>.</p>



<p>On the women’s side, top contenders include <strong>Aryna Sabalenka</strong>, <strong>Iga Swiatek</strong>, <strong>Jasmine Paolini</strong>, and defending champion <strong>Barbora Krejčíková</strong>. With €3.5 million awaiting the winners of each draw, the stakes couldn’t be higher for the world’s best players.</p>


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          <title>Sinner vs Alcaraz 2025 Roland Garros final lasts more than 5 hours: What&#039;s the longest in French Open history?</title>
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          <pubDate>Sun, 08 Jun 2025 15:08:27 -0400</pubDate>
          <description><![CDATA[Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz delivered a marathon showdown, etching their names into the history books with one of the longest finals ever witnessed at Roland Garros. <p><strong>Jannik Sinner</strong> and <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carlos-alcaraz" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Carlos Alcaraz</a></strong> delivered one of the most compelling Grand Slam finals in recent memory at <strong>Roland Garros</strong>. The exceptional level of tennis displayed by both players has evoked comparisons to some of the most stirring finals in the sport’s history. After an intense battle lasting over five hours, both athletes vied fiercely for the coveted <strong>French Open</strong> title.</p>



<p>As soon as Alcaraz found himself trailing 0-2 in the opening set, he showcased remarkable resilience by clawing his way back in the following sets. This spirited comeback by the Spanish phenom ensured the match was pushed to an exhilarating final set. <strong>Remarkably, the epic encounter stretched beyond the five-hour mark, captivating audiences worldwide.</strong></p>



<p>In a highly anticipated showdown on the clay courts of Paris, the top two players in the world rankings delivered a spectacular finale. Alcaraz and <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jannik-sinner" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sinner</a></strong> poured their hearts into every rally, defying both physical and mental fatigue. In the last set, <strong>with Sinner holding a crucial break point at 4-5, tensions soared as the match extended even further, embodying the high stakes of their intense rivalry.</strong></p>



<h2>What’s the longest final ever played in Roland Garros history?</h2>



<p><strong>The showdown between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner has set the record as the longest final ever played at </strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/roland-garros" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>Roland Garros</strong></a><strong> with a total of 5 hours and 29 minutes.</strong> They have eclipsed the previous record held since 1982, when Guillermo Vilas and Mats Wilander contested for 4 hours and 42 minutes.</p>



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<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">5 hours, 5 sets, 5 stars 🌟<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/rolandgarros?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#rolandgarros</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/alcaraz?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#alcaraz</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/sinner?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#sinner</a> <a href="https://t.co/j8UnO3sd2V">pic.twitter.com/j8UnO3sd2V</a></p>— ATP Tour (@atptour) <a href="https://twitter.com/atptour/status/1931780688606269513?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 8, 2025</a></blockquote></div><script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>
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<p>At that time, Mats Wilander was one of the standout players challenging top competitors from Argentina. At just 17 years old,<strong> he clinched the Roland Garros title in four sets, becoming the youngest player to ever lift the trophy in Paris.</strong></p>


        <div class="wp_fsn_relatedlinks" use="ALSO" link="https://bolavip.com/en/tennis/roland-garros-2025-how-many-times-have-carlos-alcaraz-and-jannik-sinner-faced-off-in-a-final" image="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fimages.bolavip.com%2Fwebp%2Fen%2Ffull%2FBUS_20250607_BUS_413668_jannik-sinner-carlos-alcaraz-1.webp&amp;width=200&amp;height=200" excerpt="Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner will meet in the 2025 Roland Garros final, but this won’t be the first time they’ve faced each other in a tournament’s championship match.
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<h2>Alcaraz clinches his second consecutive triumph at Roland Garros</h2>



<p>In a thrilling and grueling showdown lasting over five hours, Carlos Alcaraz emerged victorious in the final set of the 2024 Roland Garros championship with scores of 6-4, 7-6, 6-4, 7-6, 7-6. The Spaniard showcased an exceptional performance, ultimately sealing the win with a 10-2 victory in the tiebreak.<strong> This victory cements Alcaraz’s status as one of the premier talents in tennis today.</strong></p>



<p>Though this impressive win adds another prestigious title to Alcaraz’s collection, it does not alter the ATP rankings at the top: Jannik Sinner retains his position as the world No. 1. However, <strong>Alcaraz is tantalizingly close, needing just one Wimbledon victory to potentially ascend to the pinnacle of men’s tennis if current standings and performance dynamics persist.</strong></p>
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          <pubDate>Sun, 08 Jun 2025 12:35:45 -0400</pubDate>
          <description><![CDATA[Former opponent of Coco Gauff has made history by reaching the semifinals at Roland Garros, achieving one of the most remarkable ascents in tennis history with a 300-spot surge in the world rankings. <p>In a stunning turn of events at this year’s <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/roland-garros" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Roland Garros</a></strong>, French tennis player Lois Boisson emerged as the breakout star on the Paris clay, captivating fans and analysts alike with her remarkable journey.</p>



<p>The 22-year-old Boisson, who gained entry into the women’s draw courtesy of a wildcard from the tournament organizers, made an indelible mark on the competition. <strong>Ranked 361st in the WTA standings at the tournament’s outset, her remarkable run to the semifinals is projected to elevate her to 65th in the world, </strong>an incredible leap that reflects her impressive performances.</p>



<p>Boisson’s achievement marks a significant milestone in French tennis history, as she became the first Frenchwoman to reach the French Open semifinals since Marion Bartoli achieved the feat in 2011. In a series of electrifying matches, she toppled top-ranked opponents, including world No. 3 Jessica Pegula and world No. 6 Mirra Andreeva. Ultimately, <strong>her inspired run concluded in the semifinals against American star Coco Gauff, who holds the No. 2 spot in her national rankings.</strong></p>



<p>Boisson’s unexpected ascent at Roland Garros has injected a renewed sense of excitement and promise into French tennis, <strong>with fans eagerly anticipating her future endeavors on the global stage.</strong></p>



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<h2>Coco Gauff talked about facing French rising star in the French Open</h2>



<p>American tennis sensation Coco Gauff shared her insights after advancing to the finals of the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/french-open" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">French Open</a></strong>, following a hard-fought victory against a rising French star in the semifinals. <strong>Despite the intense support for her opponent from the home crowd, Gauff remained focused and determined throughout the match.</strong></p>


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<p><em>“This was the first time I played against a French player at Roland Garros,” </em>Gauff reflected. <em>“I was mentally prepared for the situation, and I tuned out the crowd. When they were chanting her name, I was internally repeating my own. <strong>She was a formidable opponent, and it was a tough match. But now, I’m fully focused on the challenges ahead</strong>,</em>” Gauff stated confidently.</p>



<h2>Career highlights of France’s Boisson</h2>



<p>Though yet to deliver a standout performance at a Grand Slam, Boisson has demonstrated impressive resilience throughout her career, particularly following a significant injury last year. Despite these setbacks, <strong>the French player remains committed and looks forward to achieving new milestones on the professional circuit.</strong></p>



<ul><li><strong>Overall Career (Singles):</strong><ul><li>Career Record: 133 wins – 79 losses (as of June 5, 2025)</li><li>Career Titles: 1 WTA 125 title and 6 ITF Circuit titles.</li><li>Prize Money: US $148,009 (as of June 5, 2025 – this amount is significantly less than what she’s earned in 2025 Roland Garros alone)</li><li>Highest WTA Ranking: No. 152 (achieved on May 6, 2024)</li><li>Current WTA Ranking (as of May 26, 2025): No. 361. (Note: Her ranking significantly jumped after her 2025 French Open performance, projected to be around No. 65).</li></ul></li><li><strong>ITF Circuit Titles (Singles):</strong><ul><li>6 Titles:</li><li>September 2022: ITF Dijon, France (W15, Clay)</li><li>March 2023: ITF Le Havre, France (W15, Clay)</li><li>March 2024: ITF Alaminos, Cyprus (W35, Clay)</li><li>March 2024: ITF Terrassa, Spain (W35, Clay)</li><li>March 2024: Bellinzona Ladies Open, Switzerland (W75, Clay)</li><li>May 2025: Open Saint-Gaudens Occitanie, France (W75, Clay)</li></ul></li><li><strong>2025 Season highlights (prior to French Open):</strong><ul><li>Won a W75 ITF title in Saint-Gaudens.</li><li>Reached the final of a W35 ITF event in Terrassa.</li><li>Reached the semifinals of a W75 ITF in Bellinzona.</li></ul></li><li><strong>Return from injury:</strong><ul><li>Boisson suffered an ACL injury in May 2024, which forced her to miss nine months, including what would have been her main draw debut at the 2024 French Open. Her strong performance in 2025, especially at Roland Garros, marks a significant comeback.</li></ul></li></ul>
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          <title>Where to watch Jannik Sinner vs Carlos Alcaraz live for free in the USA: Roland Garros 2025</title>
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          <description><![CDATA[Jannik Sinner will face Carlos Alcaraz in the 2025 Roland Garros final. Here's everything you need to know to catch all the action, including when, where, and how to watch the live coverage. <p><strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jannik-sinner">Jannik Sinner</a> </strong>will face off against<strong> Carlos Alcaraz </strong>in the <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/roland-garros">2025 Roland Garros</a> </strong>final. Here you can find out everything you need to know to catch all the action in the United States, including the schedule, venue, and how to watch the match live via traditional TV or live streaming.</p>



<p>The men’s final at <strong>Roland Garros</strong> sets the stage for a blockbuster showdown as defending champion and clay-court maestro <strong><a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carlos-alcaraz" rel="sponsored nofollow">Carlos Alcaraz</a></strong> goes head-to-head with world No. 1 <strong>Jannik Sinner</strong>.</p>



<p><strong>Alcaraz </strong>has been near-invincible on the red dirt, aiming to replicate last year’s triumph, but Sinner—fresh off his <strong>Australian Open</strong> crown and a statement win over <strong>Novak Djokovic</strong>—enters with supreme confidence and a chance to secure his second <strong>Grand Slam </strong>of 2025.</p>



<h2>When will the Jannik Sinner vs Carlos Alcaraz match be played?</h2>



<p><strong>Jannik Sinner </strong>takes on<strong> Carlos Alcaraz </strong>in the final match of the <strong>2025 Roland Garros </strong>this <strong>Sunday, June 8th</strong>. The action will start at <strong>9:00 AM (ET)</strong>.</p>



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<h2>Jannik Sinner vs Carlos Alcaraz: Time by State in the USA</h2>



<p><strong>ET</strong>: 9:00 AM</p>



<p><strong>CT</strong>: 8:00 AM</p>



<p><strong>MT</strong>: 7:00 AM</p>



<p><strong>PT</strong>: 6:00 AM</p>


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<h2>How to watch Jannik Sinner vs Carlos Alcaraz in the USA</h2>



<p>Don’t miss this electrifying <strong>2025 Roland Garros</strong> clash between<strong> Jannik Sinner </strong>and<strong> Carlos Alcaraz </strong>live on TNT Sports, Max and truTV.</p>
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