Jannik Sinner returned to the U.S. Open with a commanding performance, defeating Vit Kopriva 6-1, 6-1, 6-2 in the first round. After withdrawing from the Cincinnati final due to illness, the world No. 1 looked fully recovered and in top form on the hard courts of Flushing Meadows.
A Confident and Healthy Start
Following the match, Sinner shared his excitement and relief: “It feels great to be back here. Obviously it’s a very special tournament. The last Slam of the year. The atmosphere is always amazing here. Thanks everyone for coming and cheering and supporting. Very happy that I’m healthy again. We did our best to be in the best possible shape here. I’m very happy today’s performance. Let’s see what’s coming.”
His dominant display included seven service breaks and zero lost service games, signaling that his physical condition is no longer a concern.
Eyes on a Historic Season
Sinner is aiming to reach the final of all four Grand Slams in a single calendar year—an achievement only three men have accomplished in the Open Era: Rod Laver, Roger Federer, and Novak Djokovic. With titles already secured at the Australian Open and Wimbledon, and a runner-up finish at Roland Garros, the U.S. Open presents a chance to complete an extraordinary run.
Next, he faces Alexei Popyrin, who famously knocked out Novak Djokovic in New York last year. If Sinner maintains this level, he could be on track to defend his title and etch his name deeper into tennis history.
Sinner at the U.S. Open, ranking, and results in 2025
Now ranked no.1, Jannik has achieved a 32-4 match record in 2025. Sinner is currently playing at the U.S. Open where he defeated the world no.89 Vit Kopriva 6-1 6-1 6-2.
Jannik Sinner will compete against the world no.36 Alexei Popyrin in the 2nd round. Their current record is 1-0 for Popyrin.
Sinner clinched 2 titles in 2025 at the Australian Open and Wimbledon. The Italian was the runner-up in Rome (Internazionali BNL d’Italia), at the French Open and in Cincinnati (Cincinnati Open).
Jannik won 21 titles in his career: 10 on hard courts, 1 on clay courts, 8 on indoor courts and 2 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)