Carlos Alcaraz clinched a commanding victory over Jannik Sinner, thwarting his bid for consecutive US Open titles. The Spaniard triumphed over his Italian counterpart in four sets with scores of 6-2, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4.
At just 22 years old, Alcaraz now boasts an impressive six grand slam titles. Surpassing his compatriot Rafa Nadal, he joins the elite club with only Bjorn Borg achieving this milestone at a younger age.
Following this win, Alcaraz reclaimed the top spot in the global rankings. This marked the third grand slam final encounter this year between Alcaraz and Sinner, but the latter struggled to keep pace as Alcaraz dominated the match.
Alcaraz quickly established an early lead, securing the first set while spectators were still entering the Arthur Ashe Stadium amidst security delays related to Donald Trump’s presence. Although Sinner rallied to claim the second set, Alcaraz maintained control for the remainder of the match.
Despite Sinner saving two championship points in the fourth set, Alcaraz sealed the victory on his third attempt. Notably, the set dropped against Sinner was the sole set Alcaraz conceded throughout the entire tournament, showcasing his exceptional skill.
Former British No.1 Tim Henman commended Alcaraz’s performance on Sky Sports, highlighting his exceptional serving prowess and consistency. Alcaraz’s dominant display limited Sinner’s opportunities and allowed him to play with freedom, culminating in a comprehensive victory.
In a gracious post-match statement, runner-up Sinner praised Alcaraz and acknowledged the hard work behind his opponent’s stellar performance. Alcaraz reciprocated the sportsmanship, commending Sinner for his outstanding season and expressing gratitude for the fans’ support.
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