Jannik Sinner did not defend the US Open crown. The Italian reached the ultimate however did not spectacular Carlos Alcaraz in 4 units. Nevertheless, the 24-year-old left new York with classes which will form the subsequent stage of his profession.
Sinner displayed uncommon flashes of frustration throughout his conflict in opposition to Alcaraz, a uncommon sight from one of many calmest and picked up opponents on the circuit.
Regardless of the frustration after dropping at a hard-court Main for the primary time in 28 matches, Jannik carried himself with dignity afterward. The four-time Main champion acknowledged his rival's triumph with out diminishing it.
Jannik Sinner in his U.S. Open press convention:
“I'm a really, very strong, you understand, baseliner.
I'm a really sturdy hitter. I'm a very good participant, you understand…” ðŸ˜ðŸ˜ðŸ˜ pic.twitter.com/P0mTCOjdea— The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) September 7, 2025
What stood out much more for Andrea Petkovic and others was the Italian's self-reflection. Sinner admitted he had develop into too predictable in opposition to such a robust rival.
He signaled a need to deliver better selection and adaptability to his sport within the upcoming duels in opposition to the Spaniard. That acknowledgment may show to be the turning level in his pursuit of titles sooner or later.
Analyzing the ultimate, Petkovic considered Jannik's mindset as an indication of maturity and alternative. The German sees the Italian's defeat not as a setback however somewhat the spark that may make him prolong his already spectacular arsenal and develop into much more harmful.
Along with his expertise, work ethic and willingness to adapt, the San Candido native appears able to take the teachings from Flushing Meadows and switch them into new strengths.
Jannik Sinner & Carlos Alcaraz, US Open 2025© Stream screenshot
Whereas he already competes at an unbelievable stage, one of the best model of Jannik would possibly nonetheless be on the horizon. It could sound scary for different rivals, however Alcaraz is already keen to hunt additional enhancements and prepare for his or her subsequent encounters.
"You hardly ever see Jannik specific any emotion. Nevertheless, he shot balls within the air twice in frustration and even threw his racket within the US Open remaining. It was a delicate throw, as if to not harm it, however uncommon for Jannik.
These are indicators that his power was not at 100%. However, like an ideal gentleman, he didn’t say something to the press to not spoil Carlos's triumph. He did, nevertheless, point out that he thought he had develop into too predictable, whereas Carlos has many sport plans and variations up his sleeve.
Isn't it scary to suppose that Jannik will in all probability develop into a greater tennis participant after his defeat within the remaining, whenever you hear him discuss it?" Andrea Petkovic stated.
