Alcaraz Claims Miami Open Title,Completing ‘Sunshine Double’ Against Sinner
MIAMI GARDENS,FL – Carlos Alcaraz defeated Jannik Sinner 6-7(4),6-4,6-4 on Sunday,April 7,2024,at the Miami Open presented by rolex,securing his first Miami Open title and completing the “Sunshine Double” – winning both Indian Wells and Miami in the same year. The match, played at the Hard Rock Stadium, commenced at 3:06 PM EDT and concluded after a grueling three hours and two minutes.
The victory marks a critically important moment for the 20-year-old Alcaraz, solidifying his position as a dominant force in men’s tennis.The ‘Sunshine Double’ is a rare feat, last achieved by Roger Federer in 2017, and underscores Alcaraz’s extraordinary form on hard courts. For Sinner, the loss ends a 16-match win streak and a run of consecutive tournament finals appearances.
Alcaraz and Sinner battled fiercely throughout the match, trading powerful groundstrokes and showcasing notable athleticism. Sinner took the first set in a tiebreak, but Alcaraz responded by raising his level in the second and third sets, breaking Sinner’s serve twice to secure the win.the final set saw Alcaraz demonstrate resilience, saving multiple break points to close out the match.
Noé Yactayo, a journalist for El Comercio, reported on the event, highlighting the meaning of Alcaraz’s achievement. The win propels Alcaraz to the forefront of the race for the year-end No. 1 ranking and establishes him as a strong contender for upcoming Grand Slam titles. The Miami Open, a prestigious ATP Masters 1000 tournament, draws top players from around the globe and serves as a key warm-up event for the clay court season.
