Date: Monday, August 18, 2025
Venue: Lindner Family Tennis Center, Cincinnati, Ohio
Cincinnati Open 2025 Final: Alcaraz Crowned Champion as Jannik Sinner Retires,
In a shocking end to the Cincinnati Open 2025 final, Carlos Alcaraz was declared champion after Jannik Sinner retired just five games into the match due to injury. Fans at the Lindner Family Tennis Center witnessed a brief but emotional encounter between two of the sport’s brightest stars.
First Set Recap
The match began with high intensity as both Alcaraz and Sinner exchanged powerful baseline rallies. However, just five games into the opening set, Sinner appeared to struggle physically and called for medical attention. Moments later, he announced his retirement, handing Alcaraz the Cincinnati Open 2025 title.
Key Highlights
- Winner: Carlos Alcaraz (via retirement)
- Final Score: Alcaraz 3-2* (retired) Sinner
- Duration: 22 minutes
- Reason for Retirement: Reported lower-body injury (awaiting confirmation)
Player Reactions
- Carlos Alcaraz: “It’s never the way you want to win, but I hope Jannik recovers quickly. He’s one of the toughest competitors out there.”
- Jannik Sinner: “I tried to play through it, but the pain was too much. I didn’t want to risk further damage before the US Open.”
Stats (Match at Retirement)
- Aces: Alcaraz 2 | Sinner 1
- Winners: Alcaraz 7 | Sinner 4
- Unforced Errors: Alcaraz 3 | Sinner 5
- Break Points: None converted
Fan Reactions
- Crowd: Disappointed but supportive, giving Sinner a standing ovation.
- Social Media: Messages of sympathy for Sinner flooded platforms, while Alcaraz fans celebrated his second Cincinnati crown.
Where to Watch (Highlights & Replay)
- TV: ESPN (US), Sony Sports (India), Eurosport (Europe)
- Streaming: ESPN+, Sony LIV, Amazon Prime (UK)
- Official Links: ATP Tour | WTA Tennis
Conclusion (Live Update)
Carlos Alcaraz is the 2025 Cincinnati Open champion, though the victory came under unfortunate circumstances after Jannik Sinner’s early retirement. With the US Open just around the corner, all eyes will be on whether Sinner can recover in time for the season’s final Grand Slam.
