French Open 2024: Carlos Alcaraz creat history, wins 1st Roland Garros title after thriller vs Alexander Zverev
Xtra Time Web Desk: Carlos Alcaraz's victory at the 2024 French Open was a historic and thrilling achievement. His maiden French Open title came after a grueling 5-set battle against Alexander Zverev, marking a significant milestone in his career and in tennis history. The match, held at the Philippe-Chatrier court, lasted 4 hours and 19 minutes, showcasing both players' resilience and skill. Alcaraz triumphed with scores of 6-2, 2-6, 5-7, 6-1, 6-2, becoming the seventh Spaniard to win at Roland Garros, following in the footsteps of legends like Rafael Nadal and Carlos Moya.
This victory also set several records for Alcaraz. He became the first man to win a Grand Slam after playing 5-setters in both the semi-final and final since Roger Federer at the 2017 Australian Open. Additionally, at just 21 years old, he became the youngest player to win Grand Slam titles on all three surfaces: hard court (US Open 2022), grass (Wimbledon 2023), and now clay (French Open 2024).
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The match itself was a rollercoaster of momentum shifts. Alcaraz started strong with an early break in the first set, eventually taking it 6-2. Zverev fought back in the second set, breaking Alcaraz's serve twice and winning 6-2. The third set saw Zverev in command with a 5-2 lead and a double break, but Alcaraz's resilience shone through as he clawed his way back in the fourth set to force a decider. In the final set, Alcaraz secured an early break and, despite Zverev's efforts to counter, closed out the match decisively.
The joy. The celebration.#RolandGarros pic.twitter.com/9A69Asvtet
— Roland-Garros (@rolandgarros) June 9, 2024
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Alcaraz's performance under pressure, especially in the crucial moments of the final set, highlighted his growing maturity and determination. His ability to seize the initiative early in the match and his composure in critical junctures were key factors in his victory. This win not only adds a prestigious title to his growing list of achievements but also cements his status as one of the leading figures in the next generation of tennis champions.
