Carlos Alcaraz claimed the newest chapter of his compelling rivalry towards Jannik Sinner with a four-set victory to regain the US Open title.

Spain’s Alcaraz began strongly, weathered a second-set fightback from Italy’s Sinner, earlier than powering to a 6-2 3-6 6-1 6-4 victory in New York.

The lads’s remaining was delayed by half an hour due to additional safety measures put in place attributable to US President Donald Trump’s presence.

As soon as below manner, the pair produced one other partaking contest – albeit wanting the drama and high quality of their French Open and Wimbledon finals earlier this 12 months.

Reigning French Open champion Alcaraz’s superior serving – an space which let him down towards Sinner on the All England Membership – ensured he reclaimed the US Open title that he first gained in 2022.

The 22-year-old has now gained six Grand Slam titles – making him the second youngest man behind Bjorn Borg to achieve this tally.

Alcaraz’s victory ensures an excellent cut up between him and Sinner – who gained the Australian Open in addition to Wimbledon – on the 4 majors in 2025.

After dealing with Sinner in a sixth remaining of the season, Alcaraz stated: “I see you greater than my household. It is nice to share the court docket with you.”

Alcaraz has additionally wrestled the world primary rating away from Sinner, who held the place for 65 weeks.

After Sinner saved two championship factors, Alcaraz reset to take his third with an ace out huge – celebrating with a now trademark golf swing.