Jannik Sinner comes from behind to defeat Alexander Zverev in a thrilling Vienna Open 2025 final

Jannik Sinner defeated Alexander Zverev 3-6, 6-3, 7-5 to claim his second Vienna Open title at the Wiener Stadthalle on Sunday evening. The match lived up to expectations, treating the crowd in the Austrian capital to some thrilling, end-to-end action.

Alexander Zverev, who was ousted by Taylor Fritz in the Shanghai Masters earlier this month, had been doubtful for an appearance in Vienna. However, he ended up putting on a great show, falling just one step short of the title.

Jannik Sinner, on the other hand, progressed to the final without dropping a set.

The Italian was caught on the wrong foot in the first set, searching for the Midas touch that had brought him so much success in 2025. However, he pulled off another stunning comeback, as he has done so many times before.

Jannik Sinner was elated with the victory, especially with the ATP Finals right around the corner.

“It feels amazing. It was such a difficult start to the final for me. I had a few chances in the first set but couldn’t use them. I tried to stay strong mentally and play my best tennis when it counted", said the Vienna Open 2025 champion after the match.

"The third set was a bit of a roller-coaster, but I played the ball well at times. I pushed hard and I’m happy to win another title. It’s very, very special,” he added.

Coming off a successful Six Kings Slam 2025 campaign, Jannik Sinner was the favorite heading into the match. Alexander Zverev, though, had other plans — breaking his opponent’s serve in the fourth game to seize an early advantage.

The top seed had a golden opportunity to break back in the next game, but Zverev saved two break points to stay ahead.

Jannik Sinner continued to make uncharacteristic errors, and his shot selection didn’t reflect the form he’d shown throughout the season. He finally found his rhythm in the sixth game, saving two break points to narrow the gap to 2-4. Alexander Zverev kept things simple, playing disciplined tennis to take the first set 6-3.

A double fault from Zverev early in the second set gave Sinner the perfect opening — and momentum quickly swung in the Italian’s favor. Leading 2-0, Sinner forced Zverev into uncomfortable net approaches before punishing him with passing winners. In a flash, the World No. 2 was up 4-1.

Sinner gave nothing away from there, outplaying his opponent with control and composure to steer the set in his favor. Leading 5-2 after the seventh game, he was within sniffing distance of leveling the match. The inevitable soon followed, as Sinner claimed the set 6-3 to set up a thrilling decider.

The intensity soared in the final set, with neither player willing to give an inch. Tied at 1-1, Zverev faced a couple of break points but held firm to stay on level terms. Sinner responded with a flawless service game of his own.

The fifth game of the decider was one of the most exciting of the match — Zverev again faced two break points but showed immense character to hold serve. At 5-5, Sinner went all out for the finish, forcing deuce on Zverev’s serve. After a breathtaking rally, the Italian finally secured the crucial break.

After roughly two and a half hours of grueling tennis, Sinner earned his first championship point — and converted it in style. It was unfortunate for Zverev, who played brilliantly, but Sinner was simply better on the day.

Saving energy on service games was the key, states Jannik Sinner in his strategy to beat Alexander Zverev in Vienna Open 2025 final

Sinner appeared to struggle midway through the match, when it looked like Zverev might seize control. Yet, the Italian’s never-say-die attitude saw him through, as he conquered the ATP 500 event where he first triumphed in 2023. He later explained how conserving energy and making the right choices proved key.

“It was very difficult, but I tried to stay there and make the right choices at the right moments. Saving energy for my service games was important too. It was a great performance from both sides,” said Sinner.

Having already won two Grand Slams in 2025 — the French Open and Wimbledon — this victory further cemented an extraordinary year for the Italian. He signed off by expressing gratitude to his team and supporters.

“Thanks for the support and the hard work you’ve put in. At times it’s not easy to understand me, but thank you for the effort. To everyone here with their families, friends, girlfriends, and my whole team watching from home — thank you for the support,” concluded Sinner.