“It’s not right for me …» – Alcaraz’s emotional message to Sinner after the Wimbledon 2025 final

At 16:56 on Saturday 19 July 2025, London’s local time, the world of tennis is still in shock after the epic final of Wimbledon 2025, which ended with the victory of Jannik Sinner on Carlos Alcaraz. However, attention is not only on the trophy, but on a moment that has marked the hearts of the fans: the words full of emotion pronounced by the Spaniard. With only 12 sharp words – “It is not fair for me …” – Alcaraz has left a mixture of frustration, pain and respect, turning directly to his Italian rival. This comment, pronounced hot after a battle of four sets (4-6, 6-4, 6-4), has opened a new and controversial chapter in their rivalry.

The context of defeat

The final of Wimbledon 2025, played on July 13 at the All England Club, was an intense duel between two of the greatest talents of modern tennis. Sinner, number 1 in the world, has shown an impressive solidity, while Alcaraz, outgoing champion, fought with every fiber of his being. Despite the moments of brilliance, the Spaniard was unable to overcome the impeccable strategy of his opponent. At the end of the match, with the audience still standing to applaud, Alcaraz let himself go to an interview on the sidelines, where he pronounced those words destined to become viral.

The impact on tennis communities

The comment deeply shaken the Italian tennis community, homeland of Sinner, where the fans reacted with a mixture of pride and defense. Some interpreted Alcaraz’s words as an implicit accusation, feeding speculations on alleged injustices during the match – from controversial points to field conditions. Analysts like Matteo Villani of Sky Sport Italia have defined the declaration “a cry of a wounded warrior”, while others, such as the Italian legend Flavia Pennetta, suggested that it could reflect the growing pressure on Alcaraz as outgoing champion.

The debates intensified on social media, with hashtags such as #alcarazsinner and #Wimbledon2025 who have dominated Twitter (now X) in the last few hours. Spanish fans, on the other hand, expressed solidarity with their idol, seeing in his words an admission of human vulnerability that makes it even more related.

Sinner’s answer

Immediately afterwards, Jannik Sinner replied with a message equally full of emotion during his post-vittor press conference. “I respect Carlos with all my heart, but the field decides,” he said, adding with a measured tone: “If there is something to say, let’s talk face to face.” This replica has done nothing but throw petrol on the fire, transforming a simple sporting rivalry into a personal confrontation that keeps the public with suspended breath. Sinner’s reaction, always composed but decided, surprised many, showing a new facet of his character.

An evolution rivalry

At just 23 and 22 years old, Sinner and Alcaraz are redefining world tennis. Both have already collected prestigious titles-Sinner with his first Wimbledon and Alcaraz with his heroic defense of Roland-Garros-but this final added an emotional dimension to their duel. Experts like John Mcenroe, commentator for the BBC, have compared their rivalry to the legendary one between Federer and Nadal, suggesting that “this could be the beginning of a golden era, but with a little more drama”.

What will happen now?

With the words of Alcaraz still echoes and the answer of Sinner who has opened new questions, the world of tennis wonders: will there be a clarifying meeting? Or will this tension ran an even more heated rivalry in the next tournaments, like the US Open? Fans are divided between those who hope for a reconciliation and those who see the fuel for future epic clashes in this clash. One thing is certain: tennis will no longer be the same after this Wimbledon 2025.