Alcaraz and Sinner's French Open Final Highlights a New Era in Tennis
The article discusses the significance and drawbacks of the five-set format in tennis, highlighted by the epic 2025 French Open final between Alcaraz and Sinner, emphasizing how longer matches create more drama and elevate rivalries but also lead to fatigue and less predictable outcomes. It explores the historical evolution of match durations, the physical toll on players, and debates about potential format changes, including hybrid systems, to balance excitement and fairness.