Carlos Alcaraz Claims World No. 1 After Beating Rival Jannik Sinner in US Open Final

Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz has reclaimed the World No. 1 ranking after defeating Italy’s Jannik Sinner in a thrilling US Open 2025 men’s singles final at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York.

Alcaraz, 22, outlasted the defending champion 6-2, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4, sealing victory with a 113-mph ace before an electrified crowd that included President Donald Trump, Bruce Springsteen, Kevin Hart, Martha Stewart, and other celebrities.

The Spaniard broke Sinner’s serve five times and held firm in key moments, securing his sixth Grand Slam title, his second major of the year, and his second US Open crown since 2022. With the win, Alcaraz ends Sinner’s two-year unbeaten run at hardcourt majors and takes a 10-5 career head-to-head lead over the Italian.

The rivalry between the two has now defined men’s tennis, with Alcaraz and Sinner winning the last eight Grand Slam titles, leaving even legends like Novak Djokovic sidelined from recent glory.

Alcaraz takes home $5 million in prize money, while Sinner earns $2.5 million as runner-up. Despite the loss, Sinner, 24, praised the battle: “He’s someone who pushes me to the limit.”

The victory solidifies Alcaraz’s place at the pinnacle of men’s tennis, continuing his rise as one of the sport’s all-time greats.