Carlos Alcaraz Equals Rafael Nadal’s Career Record with Rotterdam Open Victory
Carlos Alcaraz continued his meteoric rise in men’s tennis by winning the Rotterdam Open 2025, securing his 13th career ATP title—a feat that now sees him equal the title tally of Spanish legend Rafael Nadal at the same age.
The 21-year-old Spaniard defeated Jannik Sinner in a thrilling 6-4, 3-6, 7-5 final on Sunday, showcasing his trademark mix of power, agility, and shot-making brilliance. This victory not only marks his first Rotterdam title but also further cements his status as one of the brightest stars in tennis.
Alcaraz’s win in the Netherlands is particularly significant as it mirrors the early career trajectory of his idol, Nadal, who also had 13 titles at the same age. Nadal, who went on to become a 22-time Grand Slam champion, won his first Rotterdam title in 2009.
A Hard-Fought Battle Against Sinner
Facing Jannik Sinner, the newly crowned Australian Open champion, Alcaraz had to dig deep. The Spaniard took the first set with aggressive baseline play but saw Sinner respond with a dominant second set, leveling the match. The deciding set was an intense battle, with both players holding serve until 5-5, when Alcaraz broke the Italian’s serve and closed out the match with a composed service game.
Alcaraz’s Growing Legacy
This win adds to Alcaraz’s 2025 season success, having already reached the semifinals at the Australian Open. His ability to perform on both hard and clay courts makes him a strong contender for the upcoming clay season, where he will look to add more titles to his growing collection.
With this latest triumph, Alcaraz is proving that he is not just following in Nadal’s footsteps—but carving out his own le
gacy in tennis.
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