Talk about a whirlwind final! 🔥 Carlos Alcaraz stormed to the ATP Cincinnati Open crown in just 22 minutes, after world No.1 Jannik Sinner was forced to retire due to illness early in the match. 🏆
Sinner trailed 5-0 in the first set, racked up nine unforced errors, and looked visibly under the weather with an icepack on his head. He fought on "for the fans," but the fever got the best of him. 🤒
For Alcaraz, this win is extra sweet. He lost the final here in 2023 and has been laser-focused on this trophy. After clinching victory, he wished Sinner a speedy recovery: "Hope you recover soon," he said with a grin. 🥳
This is the third Cincinnati final to end with a retirement—and the quickest one yet. Blink and you’d miss it! If you caught the live stream on your phone during your commute, you know why everyone’s buzzing. 📱✨
Next up: the US Open! Will Alcaraz ride this wave and snag his first Grand Slam? We’re all eyes on him. 🎾🔥
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Alcaraz wins ATP Cincinnati Open after Sinner retires due to illness
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