The ‘big key’ behind Jannik Sinner’s Wimbledon victory

14 Jul 2025 • 3:44 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Carlos Alcaraz was defeated by Jannik Sinner in four sets in the Wimbledon men’s final on Sunday.
  • The loss prevented Alcaraz from securing a third consecutive Wimbledon title.
  • Alcaraz admitted he struggled against Sinner's consistently high level of play, saying he “didn't know what to do” at times.
  • He identified Sinner's strong second serves as a “big key” in the Italian's victory: “He was returning really well, then he was in a position to attack with the second ball.”
  • Sinner's win marked his first title at the All England Club and his first Grand Slam on a non-hard-court surface.

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