Jannik Sinner’s path to the US Open final against Carlos Alcaraz was not without a moment of concern. During his semi-final clash with Felix Auger-Aliassime, the Italian called for a medical timeout after the second set. He later explained that he had felt a slight pull in his abdominal area following a serve. The physiotherapist treated him courtside, and Sinner returned to the match looking more comfortable, eventually winning in four sets.

Downplaying the Incident

After the match, Sinner was quick to reassure fans and media that the issue was minor. He stated that there was nothing serious to worry about and that the treatment had allowed him to serve with more speed again. His focus, he emphasized, was entirely on the upcoming final, which he described as a special occasion and another opportunity to compete at the highest level.

A Rivalry Renewed

The final will mark yet another chapter in the growing rivalry between Sinner and Alcaraz. The two have faced each other multiple times this season, pushing each other to their limits. Sinner acknowledged that both players have evolved since their earlier encounters, with improved tactics and physical conditioning. He also praised Alcaraz’s enhanced serve, noting its increased speed and consistency.

Mental and Tactical Preparation

Sinner expressed his love for high-pressure matches, explaining that facing an opponent like Alcaraz forces him to prepare in different ways and adapt his strategy. He sees these challenges as essential for growth, both as a player and as a competitor. With both men in top form, the final promises to be a showcase of skill, resilience, and mental strength.

Sinner at the U.S. Open, ranking, and results in 2025

At the moment ranked no.1, the Italian owns a 37-4 match record in 2025. Jannik is currently playing at the U.S. Open where he overcame the world no.89 Vit Kopriva 6-1 6-1 6-2, the world no.36 Alexei Popyrin 6-3 6-2 6-2, the world no.29 Denis Shapovalov 5-7 6-4 6-3 6-3, the world no.24 Alexander Bublik 6-1 6-1 6-1, the world no.10 Lorenzo Musetti 6-1 6-4 6-2 and the world no.27 Felix Auger-Aliassime 6-1 3-6 6-3 6-4

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Jannik Sinner will compete against the world no.2 Carlos Alcaraz in the final. Their head to head is 10-5 for Alcaraz.

The Italian has won 2 titles in 2025 at the Australian Open and Wimbledon. Sinner got to the final in Rome (Internazionali BNL d’Italia), at the French Open and in Cincinnati (Cincinnati Open).

The Italian 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)

Alcaraz at the U.S. Open, ranking, and results in 2025

Ranked world no.2, Carlos has an overall 60-6 record in 2025. Alcaraz is now having a run at the U.S. Open where he toppled the world no.67 Reilly Opelka 6-4 7-5 6-4, the world no.65 Mattia Bellucci 6-1 6-0 6-3, the world no.34 Luciano Darderi 6-2 6-4 6-0, the world no.82 Arthur Rinderknech 7-6(3) 6-3 6-4, the world no.21 Jiri Lehecka 6-4 6-2 6-4 and the world no.7 Novak Djokovic 6-4 7-6(4) 6-2.

Carlos Alcaraz will face the world no.1 Jannik Sinner in the final. Their current record is 10-5 for Alcaraz.

Alcaraz has won 6 titles in 2025 in Rotterdam, Monte-Carlo, Rome, French Open, London and Cincinnati. Alcaraz was the runner-up in Barcelona (Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell) and in Wimbledon.

Carlos won 23 titles in his career: 6 on hard courts, 11 on clay courts, 2 on indoor courts and 4 on grass courts. (See the list of his titles)

Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz fought against each other 15 times. Their actual head to head record is 10-5 for Alcaraz.