Alcaraz downs Sinner to win second US Open and reclaim No. 1 ranking

Overview

• Carlos Alcaraz defeated Jannik Sinner 6-2, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 in the final of the US Open 2025.
• Thus, he won his second title at Flushing Meadows.
• The Spaniard also reclaimed the World No. 1 spot in the ATP Rankings, dethroning Sinner.

Carlos Alcaraz defeated Jannik Sinner 6-2, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 in the final of the US Open 2025, clinching his second title at Flushing Meadows. With this win, the Spaniard also reclaimed the World No. 1 spot in the ATP Rankings, dethroning Sinner.

Also Read: Sabalenka defends US Open title with win over Anisimova

Over the last two years, tennis fans have been treated to a remarkable rivalry between the two young stars. Since the start of 2024, they have shared all the Grand Slam titles between them. In 2024, Sinner won the Australian Open and US Open, while Alcaraz lifted the French Open and Wimbledon. This year, Sinner again claimed two majors — the Australian Open and Wimbledon — while Alcaraz matched him by winning the French Open and now the US Open.

Speaking after his latest triumph, Alcaraz joked about how often he has faced Sinner in recent times.

"I'm seeing you more than my family. I give 100% every day to improve, sitting down with the team to see what I can do better to beat Jannik and win these kind of trophies," Alcaraz said in his on-court victory speech. "Having this rivalry means a lot - it is super special for me, for him and for the people who enjoy every it single time we play."

"I didn't make one serve-volley" - Sinner

Sinner, reflecting on the defeat, admitted he needed to be more daring in his approach.

Also Read: “They’re just too good” – Djokovic on Sinner and Alcaraz after US Open exit

"I didn't make one serve-volley, didn't use a lot of drop shots, and then you arrive to a point where you play Carlos and have to go out of the comfort zone," he said. "I'm going to aim to, even if I lose some matches from now on, try to be a bit more unpredictable. I think that's what I have to do to become a better player."