Sinner holds off Zverev to defend Wimbledon title
Jannik Sinner underlines why he is the world's best player by holding off Alexander Zverev to win back-to-back Wimbledon men's singles titles.
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"It has been an amazing final once again. It always takes two players."
— Jannik Sinner , Athlete
"Jannik, I don't really like you any more."
— Alexander Zverev , Athlete
Key People
Alexander Zverev is a German professional tennis player who recently won his first Grand Slam title at the French Open.
Carlos Alcaraz is a Spanish professional tennis player who is considered one of the rising stars of the sport.
Jannik Sinner is an Italian professional tennis player known for his powerful play and young talent.
Mischa Zverev is a former German professional tennis player and the older brother of Alexander Zverev.
A Serbian professional tennis player and widely regarded as one of the greatest of all time.
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Jannik Sinner underlines why he is the world's best player by holding off Alexander Zverev to win back-to-back Wimbledon men's singles titles.
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