Alcaraz defeats Sinner: US Open Victory and World Ranking No. 1

Carlos Alcaraz crowns himself at the US Open 2025 in New York as the champion and new world number one – after a strong final against Jannik Sinner.

Title, Triumph and Number 1: Alcaraz Defeats Sinner in Four Sets

In the eagerly anticipated final of the US Open, Carlos Alcaraz prevailed with 6-2, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 against the Italian Jannik Sinner. It is already the sixth Grand Slam title for the 22-year-old – and the second in New York. With the victory, the Spaniard also secured his return to the top of the world rankings.

Between Security Chaos and Celebrity Audience

The match at Arthur Ashe Stadium began with a delay, as heightened security checks around the visit of US President Donald Trump caused long queues. The stadium was only two-thirds full at the start. While Trump elicited mixed reactions from the audience, on the court, two of the current best tennis players focused fully on their game.

Strong Numbers and Historical Milestone

Alcaraz delivered an impressive performance: With only three service games lost on the way to the title, he joins the ranks of Pete Sampras, who achieved this at Wimbledon in 1994 and 1997. With six Grand Slam titles, Alcaraz is now the second youngest player of the Open Era with this record – behind Björn Borg.

A Rivalry That Shapes Tennis

Between Alcaraz and Sinner, one of the most significant rivalries of the present is developing: Together, they have shared all eight Grand Slam titles of the years 2024 and 2025 – a feat last achieved by Federer and Nadal in 2006/2007.

Alcaraz thanked his team after the match and had words of praise for his opponent: “Jannik, you have been playing at an incredible level for months. We see each other more often than our families.” Sinner also showed respect: “I gave my best – but Carlos was the better player today.”

A Final with Star Power

Alongside President Trump, numerous celebrities like Pep Guardiola, Bruce Springsteen, and Steph Curry watched the match live. The atmosphere was electrifying – even though the spectators were slow to fill the arena at the beginning.

Alcaraz’s performance is considered one of the most complete of his career – a demonstration of his technical, tactical, and mental strength. The new champion of New York has impressively reinforced his leadership role in world tennis.

Carlos Alcaraz: Career Highlights

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