In a gripping showdown at Arthur Ashe Stadium, Carlos Alcaraz triumphed over Jannik Sinner in four explosive sets, clinching his second US Open title with scores of 6-2, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4.

This victory marks Alcaraz's second Grand Slam title of 2025, adding to his impressive French Open win earlier this year—also against Sinner, but that match went the distance in an exhausting five-set battle.

The match faced a 30-minute pause due to President Donald Trump’s visit, but once play resumed, Alcaraz came out swinging. His aggressive strategy was a departure from his previous match against Novak Djokovic, likely fueled by the desire to avoid another grueling five-set contest.

Sinner struggled to find his rhythm early on as Alcaraz unleashed a variety of shots, keeping his opponent on the run. Sinner’s serve faltered, leading to multiple breaks throughout the match.

Winning the first set had its own complications for Alcaraz, as history had shown that the winner of the first set in their previous encounters had often faltered. Sinner did respond with a solid performance in the second set, showing resilience and exceptional shot placement.

After a slight wobble, Sinner began to find his groove. He executed powerful cross-court shots that left Alcaraz scrambling, even nailing some precise drop shots that challenged the Spaniard at the net.

With the stakes climbing, the match took an electrifying turn. Alcaraz stormed through the third set, racing to a 3-0 lead and sending Sinner to all corners of the court, showcasing his relentless forehand and strategic drop shots.

Sinner’s issues with serving continued, and Alcaraz capitalized, breaking him four times through the fourth set. Observers speculated whether Sinner was battling an injury, as he seemed to struggle to keep pace with Alcaraz’s relentless return game.

A dominating 6-1 win in the third set left Sinner in a precarious position, needing to win two consecutive sets to defend his title. The fourth set saw Sinner cling on, holding serve but failing to gain the crucial break.

As the final moments approached, Sinner reached deuce at 40-40 in the final game but fell short when Alcaraz landed a perfect ace, sealing the match.

This victory not only marked another title for Alcaraz but also propelled him to the No. 1 spot in the ATP rankings, eclipsing Sinner. The 2025 Grand Slam season has clearly boiled down to the rivalry between these two stars, with each dominating the circuit. Alcaraz now leads their head-to-head matchups, winning seven of their last eight meetings, highlighting a fierce competition poised to define men’s tennis for years to come.