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Alcaraz Beats Sinner For US Open Title, Returns To World No. 1

At 22, he becomes the first player with multiple majors on clay, grass and hard courts before turning 23.

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Carlos Alcaraz celebra su victoria. | John M. Mabanglo | EFE
Final del US Open: Jannik Sinner - Carlos Alcaraz, en imágenes.
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Overview

  • The Spaniard won 6-2, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 in their third consecutive Grand Slam final of 2025 at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
  • Alcaraz now leads the head‑to‑head with Sinner 10-5, reinforcing a rivalry that has defined the season.
  • The triumph is his sixth major before age 23, a feat matched in the Open era only by Björn Borg and Rafael Nadal at similar ages.
  • The start of the final was delayed about 30 minutes due to enhanced security connected to President Donald Trump's attendance.
  • He collected a $4.2 million winner’s prize, received the trophy from Ivan Lendl, celebrated with a champagne shower, and was congratulated publicly by Rafael Nadal.