In a thrilling display of tennis prowess, Carlos Alcaraz and Alexander Zverev emerged victorious in their respective matches, earning their spots in the 2024 French Open men's singles final at Roland-Garros. This will mark the first appearance in a final at the prestigious tournament for both players.

Zverev, the 27-year-old German, battled his way to the final by defeating Casper Ruud in four sets, with a final score of 6-2, 2-6, 4-6, 6-2. This will be Zverev's second Grand Slam final appearance, having previously reached the final of the 2020 U.S. Open, where he was bested by Dominic Thiem. Zverev has been a consistent force in the tennis world, making it to at least the semifinal stage in Roland-Garros every year since 2021.

Alcaraz, a young and rising star in the tennis world, triumphed over Jannik Sinner in an exhilarating five-set match. The Spanish sensation displayed exceptional skill and determination, winning with a final score of 2-6, 6-3, 3-6, 6-4, 6-3. Despite the loss, Sinner will ascend to the number one spot in the ATP rankings after the conclusion of the French Open. Alcaraz, at just 21 years old, already boasts an impressive track record, having secured victories at Wimbledon in 2023 and the U.S. Open in 2022.

The upcoming French Open final is noteworthy due to its departure from the dominance of the "Big 3" - Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic, and Roger Federer. Since Nadal's first French Open win in 2005, this will be only the second time that a member of the "Big 3" will not emerge as the tournament champion. In 2015, Stan Wawrinka claimed the men's singles title, breaking the stronghold of Nadal, Djokovic, and Federer.

Tennis fans eagerly anticipate Sunday's final between Alcaraz and Zverev, two formidable opponents who are hungry for their first French Open victory. The stage is set for an exhilarating clash of talent, as Zverev aims to end his quest for a Grand Slam title, while Alcaraz looks to cement his position as one of the sport's rising stars.

The men's final is scheduled for Sunday at 9 a.m. ET and will be broadcasted on NBC, giving tennis enthusiasts around the world a front-row seat to witness the crowning of a new champion at Roland-Garros.