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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Andy Sims

French Open day 15: Carlos Alcaraz wins five-set thriller to seal maiden title

AP

Carlos Alcaraz won a first French Open title after a five-set thriller against Alexander Zverev.

The 21-year-old Spaniard triumphed 6-3 2-6 5-7 6-1 6-2 in four hours and 19 dramatic minutes.

Here, the PA news agency looks back at day 15 at Roland Garros.

Picture of the day

Quote of the day

Another tattoo – with the Eiffel Tower, the date of today, it will be soon
— How Carlos Alcaraz plans to celebrate

Tweet of the day

Congratulations @carlosalcaraz for this immense victory!!!! Big!!!! Very happy for your successes!!! #Vamos

Stat of the day

Alcaraz is already tied with Andy Murray and Stan Wawrinka on three grand slam titles, aged just 21.

About last night

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