Chris Evert believes that Jannik Sinner is ‘mentally tougher’ than world No 2 Carlos Alcaraz, despite having fewer ‘options’ in his playstyle.

The two favourites for the French Open title have looked in impressive form so far at the Parisian Grand Slam, and it would come as no surprise if Sinner and Alcaraz – once again- meet on Philippe Chatrier at the end of the tournament.

Evert – who is a former world No 1 and an 18-time Grand Slam champion – took time to point out the key differences between the Italian and the Spaniard, after the former’s straight-forward match over the retiring Richard Gasquet.

“I think mentally Sinner is the tougher player,” said Evert, whilst speaking to Eurosport.

“I think he is mentally a little tougher than Carlos Alcaraz because he [Sinner] does not have a

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