Carlos Alcaraz is back and ready to compete at the Italian Open after recovering from injuries that forced him to withdraw from the Madrid Open. The young Spaniard, who has already claimed titles at the Monte Carlo Masters and reached the final in Barcelona this season, is eager to make his mark in Rome.
Alcaraz’s return comes at a crucial time, as he hopes to renew his rivalry with Jannik Sinner. The two have produced some of the most thrilling matches in recent years, and fans are eager to see them face off once again. Sinner, who has been absent from the tour due to a doping suspension, is also making his comeback on home soil, adding another layer of excitement to the tournament.
Despite his recent setbacks, Alcaraz remains confident in his form and fitness. He has expressed enthusiasm about his training sessions and believes he is in a strong position to compete at the highest level. His first match in Rome will be against Serbian qualifier Dusan Lajovic, a challenge he is looking forward to.
Sinner and Alcaraz are on opposite sides of the draw, meaning a potential showdown could only happen in the final. Alcaraz has voiced his excitement about the possibility, stating that having Sinner back is great for tennis and for the fans. Their rivalry has been a defining feature of the sport’s new generation, and another chapter in their battle would be a fitting spectacle in Rome.
As the tournament unfolds, all eyes will be on Alcaraz and Sinner, two of the brightest stars in tennis. Whether they meet in the final or not, their presence in Rome promises high-quality matches and intense competition.
Jannik Sinner in 2025
WWWWWWW Ranked no.1, Sinner played his last match on the 26th of January when he defeated world no.2 Alexander Zverev 6-3 7-6(4) 6-3 in the final of the Australian Open to win his 20th career title.
At present, during this year Jannik has a compiled 7-0 match record. This year, Sinner won 1 title at the Australian Open.
He is also scheduled to play at the French Open (French Open) after Hamburg. The main draw will start on the 18th of May.
Carlos Alcaraz in 2025
LWWWWWWWWW Currently the world no.3, Alcaraz played his last encounter on the 20th of April when he surrendered to world no.10 Holger Rune 7-6(6) 6-2 in the final in Barcelona (draw).
This season the Spaniard has a compiled 24-5 win-loss record. Alcaraz clinched 2 titles in 2025 in Rotterdam and Monte-Carlo. The Spaniard was the finalist in Barcelona.
He is also scheduled to play at the French Open (French Open). The main draw will start on the 25th of May.
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz played each other 11 times. Their actual head to head record is 7-4 for Alcaraz.
