Defending champion Jannik Sinner powered past Canada&rsquo;s Felix Auger-Aliassime with a 6-1, 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 victory in the US Open semi-final on Friday, securing his place in a blockbuster final against Carlos Alcaraz.
The Italian&rsquo;s triumph marks his third straight Grand Slam final against Alcaraz, continuing one of tennis&rsquo;s most compelling rivalries. The highly anticipated showdown comes after Alcaraz dismantled Novak Djokovic in the other semi-final, setting up a repeat of their dramatic battles in Paris and London earlier this year.
Sinner&rsquo;s win also places him in elite company, becoming only the fourth man in the Open Era to reach all four Grand Slam finals in a single season, joining Rod Laver, Roger Federer, and Djokovic.
The match saw Auger-Aliassime, playing his second US Open semi-final, push Sinner with powerful serving and baseline aggression. The Canadian levelled the contest by taking the second set, but struggled to maintain momentum as Sinner raised his game in crucial moments. Despite taking a medical timeout, Sinner steadied himself to dominate the third and secure the fourth with clutch serving.
The upcoming final at Arthur Ashe Stadium revisits the site where Alcaraz and Sinner first battled in a thrilling five-set quarter-final three years ago. With both players now at the peak of their powers, the stage is set for another electrifying chapter in their growing rivalry.
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September 6, 2025 | 16:49 IST