Carlos Alcaraz thwarted Jannik Sinner’s bid for back-to-back US Open titles by convincingly defeating his Italian rival in four sets with scores of 6-2, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4.
At just 22 years old, Alcaraz has now clinched six grand slam titles, achieving this milestone at a younger age than his compatriot Rafa Nadal, with only Bjorn Borg accomplishing it at a younger age.
Following his triumph, Alcaraz reclaimed the top spot in the world rankings. This marked the third time this year that he and Sinner had faced off in a grand slam final, with Alcaraz asserting dominance in each encounter.
Taking an early lead, Alcaraz secured the first set while spectators were still entering the Arthur Ashe Stadium amidst delays related to security measures surrounding Donald Trump’s presence. Although Sinner managed to take the second set, Alcaraz maintained control for the rest of the match.
In the fourth set, Sinner saved two championship points, but Alcaraz eventually seized the victory on his third attempt. The set lost to Sinner in the final was the only one Alcaraz dropped throughout the entire tournament, showcasing his consistent quality.
Former British No.1 Tim Henman commended Alcaraz’s exceptional serving performance, likening it to that of the game’s elite servers. Alcaraz’s precise and forceful serves limited Sinner’s opportunities and allowed him to play with freedom, culminating in a comprehensive win.
Acknowledging his opponent’s efforts, Sinner congratulated Alcaraz on his exceptional performance and expressed gratitude towards the supportive fans in attendance. Alcaraz reciprocated the respect, praising Sinner’s consistent high level of play throughout the season.
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