The ATP Tour season wrapped up poetically in Italy on Sunday, where the Italian, Jannik Sinner , and Carlos Alcaraz clashed once more for the title. After a year in which the two rising giants split the GS and traded the No. 1 ranking, it was Sinner who ultimately claimed the ATP Finals crown. Their sixth showdown of the season, all coming in finals, underscored a rivalry defined by brilliance and familiarity. Reflecting on this rare dynamic, Sinner opened up about how he navigates the emotional balance of friendship with a rival like Alcaraz, whom he competes against throughout the calendar.

During his press conference, the Italian offered a thoughtful look into his relationship with Alcaraz and the broader sense of camaraderie within modern tennis. When asked whether he and the

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