It’s men’s semifinals US Open New York, where on Friday, Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz had scored a massive win over Novak Djokovic. The scores were 6-4, 7-6(4), 6-2 helping Alcaraz win. He’s into the final. Some time later Italy’s Jannik Sinner beat the Canadian player Felix Auger-Aliassime 6-1, 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 and made it to host Alcaraz sure to meet Sinner in the US Open final Alcaraz to host Sinner on Sunday.
Young Stars in the Final
The final is fun as these two players are ‘new kids’ to men’s tennis. Alcaraz is 22, as Sinner is 24. They both have played in this year’s two Grand Slam finals. Alcaraz was the winner in June after beating Sinner at the French Open- three match points saved there. The Wimbledon after was where Alcaraz took the title from Sinner in July. Their followers are eagerly waiting for their third big clash.
Alcaraz vs Djokovic: Match Breakdown
The Alcaraz-Djokovic match was electric. The crowd was full on their feet, cheering so loud. He has 24 majors, but he’s 38 years old. Alcaraz has been playing great and has lost zero sets in the tournament. He broke Djokovic’s serve in the very first game of the latter and completed it with a strong serve.
In the second set Djokovic really gave it the best shot. He broke Alcaraz’s serve once, but Alcaraz came right back in it. They went to a tiebreak and Alcaraz’s big serves won the tiebreak. Djokovic was making errors in the third set: double faults and allowing Alcaraz to take control of the match and win it.
He said that post game wish he could always stay at a high level consistently without the ups and downs. Calling Djokovic a legend he said it’s very tough to play against him. Djokvic accepted that he was tired and body didn’t support him, said age is starting to catch up but happy with effort.
Sinner vs Auger-Aliassime: Match Highlights
Sinner’s match proved to be a rather stern test. He breezed through the first set, yet Auger-Aliassime fought back to claim the second. But Sinner kept his cool and took the next two sets. ‘I love such challenges’, was all he could say. ‘I feel that playing Alcaraz brings the best out of me. Our rivalry is good for tennis; we have exciting matches.’
Shift in Men’s Tennis
There’s been tremendous action in this U.S Open. Alcaraz claimed the 2022 title here after that five-set match against Sinner in the quarterfinals. Now, they meet in the final. And so many believe this is representative of the shift: from old players like Djokovic to the so-called ‘’new generation.’’
Ladies’ Singles Final
The Ladies’ Singles Final will take place on Saturday. American Amanda Anisimova, who back in January shocked everybody by reaching the last four, will face Aryna Sabalenka holding a title defense. She had said that last summer in New York, she wanted to be the ’first to win a Grand Slam.
Build-Up to Sunday’s Final
This final has had everyone across the globe talking. Alcaraz 5 already, Sinner 4 major titles. Who on Sunday? Absolutely up for grabs.
Semi-Finals’ Key Highlights
- The first set against Djokovic saw Alcaraz break serve in the opening game, then without ever giving a single break-point opportunity to his opponent, sealed it at 6-4.
- Djokovic’s Fight Back: In the second set, Djokovic broke Alcaraz early for a 2-0 lead. Alcaraz broke back after a long rally.
- Tiebreak Drama: Going into the tiebreak in the second set, Djokovic won a great point at the net but was overtaken by Alcaraz’s powerful serves that won him the tiebreak 7-4.
- Third Set Dominance: Alcaraz broke Djokovic after a double fault in the fourth game of the third set. He won 6-2 since Djokovic made more errors.
- Sinner’s Quick First Set: Sinner played very quickly and strongly to take the first set 6-1 against Auger-Aliassime.
- Auger-Aliassime’s Comeback: He won the second set 6-3 making the match closer.
- 3rd Set: Sinner seemed to have regained his composure and won the crucial set 6-3.
- 4th Set: He closed out the match in the fourth set 6-4.
- Alcaraz and Sinner have played each other on several occasions. Alcaraz beat Sinner in the 2022 US Open quarter-final.
- “Sport needs such rivalries,” said Sinner. Alcaraz just kept saying solid play.
- Age Factor: Djokovic was quick to clarify, though, that 38—old enough to have some physical wear and tear. “You know,” he said afterward. “You start kidding yourself to realize that it’s 16 years difference — I’m fresh than Alcaraz.”
What to Expect in the Final
These are the semis. Which, frankly, should be exciting Final at Flushing Meadows to big crowds.
This Final Matters for Tennis: Alcaraz and Sinner are certainly the big boys in the game now. Alcaraz’s speed and forehand winners are what he’s known for. He made twice as many winners than Djokovic in that match. Sinner’s serving and ability to keep his cool under pressure.
Tennis needs new icons once players like Djokovic begin to drift off, so it would be nice to know who the top players are today. Who hadn’t at least heard of the great Djokovic when in 2023 he won the US Open? Obviously, a youngster much, it would seem. This match can be enjoyed by fans on TV or with live streaming, as the poster says date with history for tennis lovers. Will Alcaraz bag his sixth will Sinner his fifth?
Sunday’s Action
Sunday’s action item: The final starts in the evening. The stadium will be full. Weather in New York should be good. Both players are fit and ready for it. Alcaraz said he loves these big moments. Sinner agreed it’s fun to face tough opponents.
“Experts say it’s going to be a greuling match, probably four or five sets with long rallies and great shots.”
Last Grand Slam of the calendar year. Not too often he’d be winning that. A fairy-tale final has been set by the semifinals on Friday: Alcaraz eliminated Djokovic. Sinner beat Auger-Aliassime, 6-7, 6-3, 6-4, 3-6, 7-6(8). ALCARAZ vs SINNER on Sunday will be epic. Do not miss it out!
