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Alcaraz–Sinner Set US Open Final for No. 1 as Verstappen Claims Record Monza Pole

Colapinto’s Alpine weekend underscores the team’s power deficit despite Gasly’s contract security.

Overview

  • Jannik Sinner defeated Félix Auger-Aliassime to reach the US Open final and will defend his title against Carlos Alcaraz with the ATP top ranking on the line.
  • Carlos Alcaraz advanced by beating Novak Djokovic in straight sets and reached the final without dropping a set in the tournament.
  • Sinner required physio attention for abdominal discomfort during the semifinal but said it was not serious before closing out the win.
  • Max Verstappen took pole at Monza with a lap that set a new track record, leading a front row headed by Red Bull and McLaren.
  • Franco Colapinto was eliminated in Q1 and started 17th after grid changes, while Alpine confirmed Pierre Gasly will remain with the team through 2028.