The stage is set for a historic showdown as Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner face off in the men’s singles final of the US Open on September 10, 2023. This match marks the third consecutive Grand Slam final between the two rising tennis stars, a feat unprecedented in the Open era.
Alcaraz, currently ranked world No 1, and Sinner, his formidable opponent from Italy, have each claimed a Grand Slam title this season. Earlier in 2023, Alcaraz triumphed over Sinner in a marathon final at the French Open, which lasted nearly five and a half hours. Sinner avenged that defeat by winning the Wimbledon title against Alcaraz, setting the stage for this thrilling final at Flushing Meadows.
Path to the Final
Both players have displayed remarkable skill and determination throughout the tournament. Alcaraz secured his place in the final by defeating Novak Djokovic, a 24-time Grand Slam champion, in a straight-sets victory. Meanwhile, Sinner progressed after a challenging semi-final against Canada’s Felix Auger-Aliassime, who managed to take one set but ultimately fell short.
With this performance, Sinner has become the youngest player at 24 to reach all four Grand Slam finals in a single season. His current hard-court winning streak at Grand Slam events stands at 27 matches, tying him with Djokovic for the second-longest streak, trailing only behind Roger Federer‘s historic 40-match run from 2005 to 2008.
Rivalry and Expectations
In their rivalry, Alcaraz leads Sinner 9-5. Both players have expressed excitement for the upcoming match. Sinner commented, “The Grand Slams are the most important tournaments, and finding myself again in the final, with an amazing crowd, it does not get any better.” He acknowledged the significance of their rivalry, stating that their first major encounter took place at the US Open during a five-set quarter-final in 2022, which Alcaraz won.
Alcaraz echoed similar sentiments, saying, “It’s a great feeling, once again to be in the final of the US Open; it feels amazing.” The stakes are particularly high, as the winner will not only be crowned US Open champion but will also hold the No 1 ranking in the world.
As anticipation builds for this remarkable finale, fans are eager to witness the culmination of a season filled with intense competition and unforgettable moments. The match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports from 18:00 local time, offering tennis enthusiasts around the world the chance to see this historic encounter unfold.
