Novak Djokovic, the defending champion of the French Open, unfortunately had to withdraw from the tournament due to a knee injury. Despite this setback, Djokovic made sure not to miss the exciting final showdown between Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev at Roland Garros.
Alcaraz and Zverev, both reaching their first Roland Garros final, have had success in major matches in the past. Alcaraz boasts a 2-0 record in major finals, with wins at the US Open and Wimbledon, as well as a strong record in Masters 1000 finals. Meanwhile, Zverev, an Olympic gold medalist, has excelled in title matches at the ATP Tour Finals and Masters 1000 level.
During the final match on Sunday, Djokovic shared on Instagram that he was fully engaged in the men’s singles final, expressing his enjoyment of the intense competition. Alcaraz took the lead by winning the opening set, but Zverev fought back to level the match by winning the second set. Zverev then gained momentum by winning five consecutive games in the third set, putting him in a strong position to clinch his first Grand Slam title.
In their head-to-head rivalry, Zverev currently leads Alcaraz 5-4, with recent victories at Turin and the Australian Open. However, Alcaraz has shown success on clay courts, winning two out of three meetings against Zverev.
Overall, the final at Roland Garros was a thrilling battle between two talented players, watched with great interest by Djokovic and his family. The match showcased the excitement and intensity of tennis at the highest level, leaving fans on the edge of their seats until the very end.
