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Alcaraz Defeats Sinner to Win Second US Open Title

The victory returns the 22-year-old to world No. 1 on Monday.

Carlos Alcaraz ist nach seinem sechsten Grand-Slam-Triumph wieder die Nummer eins der Tennis-Welt.
Carlos Alcaraz (r.) küsst die Trophäe
Jannik Sinner gratuliert Carlos Alcaraz

Overview

  • Carlos Alcaraz beat Jannik Sinner 6-2, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 to secure his second US Open and sixth Grand Slam title in 2 hours 42 minutes.
  • It was their third consecutive Grand Slam final this season, a first in the Open Era for men’s tennis.
  • The champion earned a record $5 million winner’s prize as the tournament set a new high for payout.
  • Tightened Secret Service checks for President Donald Trump’s visit delayed the start by roughly 45–49 minutes and left many seats empty early.
  • Trump was booed when shown on arena screens, and the USTA reportedly asked broadcasters to avoid showing protests, drawing censorship accusations.