Carlos Alcaraz triumphed over Jannik Sinner in a thrilling five-set French Open final, securing his fifth Grand Slam title. This victory matches Rafael Nadal's record of five Grand Slam wins at age 22,

French Open Approves Carlos Alcaraz Nickname After Grand Slam Win originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Rafael Nadal earned the title "King of Clay" due to his dominance on the clay court throughout his 23-year tennis career. Now, it looks like his heir apparent is here, with the French Open even approving it.

Carlos Alcaraz called it destiny as he went level with Rafael Nadal's tally of grand slam wins by beating Jannik Sinner in a thrilling French Open final on Sunday, June 8. Alcaraz won his fifth grand slam on Sunday after coming back to beat Sinner in a titanic battle and equalled the tally of his idol Nadal at the age of 22 days,