The 2025 Wimbledon marks Sinner's fourth consecutive year at the tournament. He's currently the No. 1 men's singles player ...

Like Sinner-Alcaraz, it was No. 1 vs. No. 2. Like Sinner-Alcaraz, it was brilliantly played; at the time, I thought it was the highest-quality match I’d ever seen.

And while the Sinner vs. Alcaraz final is proof of the majesty of tennis’ most gladiatorial format, it’s important to remember that matches of that level are the exception rather than the norm.