• Carlos Alcaraz defeats Jannik Sinner 7-6(5) 6-1 in the Italian Open final.
• Sinner's loss ends his 26-match winning streak.
• This victory marks Alcaraz's first title in Rome.
• Sinner returned to competition after a three-month doping ban.
• Alcaraz expresses confidence heading into the French Open.

Carlos Alcaraz triumphed over Jannik Sinner in the Italian Open final, winning with a score of 7-6(5) 6-1. This victory not only secured Alcaraz's first title in Rome but also ended Sinner's 26-match winning streak, as he arrived to enthusiastic support from the home crowd, hoping to become the first Italian man to win the title since 1976. Alcaraz's performance showcased his skill, overcoming Sinner decisively after a tight first set, according to BBC and Reuters.

In the initial set, Alcaraz edged Sinner in a tense tiebreak, despite Sinner having set points. The second set saw Alcaraz dominate, closing the match in just 33 minutes. This marked their first encounter in a Masters 1000 final, a significant event in both players' careers, as noted by Channel News Asia.

Reflecting on his performance, Alcaraz said, "I'm proud of myself, with the way I approached the match mentally. Tactically, I think I played pretty well from the first point until the last one." He also expressed joy in securing his first title at this tournament, adding, "I’m just really happy to get my first Rome title, hopefully it’s not going to be the last one," according to BBC and Reuters.

For Sinner, the defeat was bittersweet, marking his return to competition after a three-month doping ban. Expressing gratitude towards his family for their support, he remarked, “After three months coming here making this result means a lot to me.” Despite the disappointment, his journey back to the finals is noteworthy, as he also hoped to celebrate following Jasmine Paolini's earlier women’s title win, according to Reuters and Channel News Asia.