New York, Sept. 7 -- Jannik Sinner overcame a stern test to set up a blockbuster final against Spain's rising sensation and world number two Carlos Alcaraz at the US Open.

The US Open champion will also claim the No. 1 spot in the ATP Rankings, with Jannik Sinner's 65-week reign at the top set to end if Carlos Alcaraz emerges victorious, marking his return to the summit since September 2023, as per the US Open website.

The great rivals, who between them have lifted the past seven major titles, will make history in New York when they become the first players in the Open Era to contest three Grand Slam title matches in the same season.

Sinner and Alcaraz are locked in a winner-takes-all battle for Grand Slam glory, with the Italian chasi...