Carlos Alcaraz Dominates Jannik Sinner, Reclaims US Open Throne and World No. 1 Status

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by Raymund Tamayo

Carlos Alcaraz overpowers Jannik Sinner in the 2025 US Open Men's Final.
Carlos Alcaraz overpowers Jannik Sinner in the 2025 US Open Men's Final. Photo: USOpen.org.

Carlos Alcaraz is once again the king of New York. The 22-year-old Spaniard unleashed his full arsenal to overpower rival Jannik Sinner, 6-2, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4, and capture his second US Open crown while reclaiming the world No. 1 ranking on Sunday at Arthur Ashe Stadium.

It was a rematch dripping with history. For the first time in the Open era, the same two men clashed in three straight Grand Slam finals within a single year. After splitting battles at Roland Garros and Wimbledon, Alcaraz stamped his authority on the trilogy, improving his head-to-head to 10-5 against the Italian—and winning seven of their last eight encounters.

The victory also cements Alcaraz’s place among the sport’s greats. He now owns six majors, becoming the second-youngest man in history to hit that milestone, trailing only Björn Borg. Even more impressive? He’s already lifted trophies on all three surfaces—something only a handful of legends have ever achieved.

From the very first game, Alcaraz looked unstoppable. His booming serve set the tone, his forehand was laser-sharp, and his variety kept Sinner guessing at every turn—mixing in drop shots, skidding slices, and fearless net rushes. While Sinner fought back in the second set with his trademark heavy hitting, the Spaniard roared back, cruising through the third and refusing to let momentum slip.

Italian tennis superstar Jannik Sinner.
Italian tennis superstar Jannik Sinner. Photo: USOpen.org.

By the fourth, the packed stadium was treated to everything that makes this rivalry so special—lightning rallies, cat-and-mouse exchanges at the net, and clutch shotmaking under pressure. But Alcaraz simply had another gear. When it mattered most, he broke through, sealing the title with confidence and composure beyond his years.

The win capped off a spectacular summer for Alcaraz, who not only dethroned the defending champ but also snatched back the world’s top spot for the first time in two years. And make no mistake—this feels like just the beginning.

Carlos Alcaraz (left) and Jannik Sinner meet each other at center court after the match.
Carlos Alcaraz (left) and Jannik Sinner meet each other at center court after the match. Photo: Getty Images.

For Sinner, the loss was tough but hardly discouraging. The Italian has reached five consecutive Slam finals and remains the fiercest rival to Alcaraz’s rising empire. Their duels are shaping up to define the next era of men’s tennis, much like Federer and Nadal before them.

But tonight in New York, the spotlight belongs to Carlos Alcaraz—the new No. 1, the two-time US Open champion, and a player whose ceiling still feels limitless.