New York, Sept. 8 -- Spain's Carlos Alcaraz delivered a masterclass of athleticism and shot-making to defeat Italy's Jannik Sinner 6-2, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 today IST at Flushing Meadows, reclaiming the US Open men's singles crown and underlining his place at the summit of world tennis.

The 22-year-old, seeded second, showcased a blend of power, tactical intelligence and unwavering mental strength in front of a capacity Arthur Ashe Stadium fans. With this victory, Alcaraz secured his third Grand Slam title, following earlier wins at the US Open in 2022 and Wimbledon in 2023, and gained sweet revenge for his loss to Sinner in the Wimbledon final earlier this year.

The clash between Alcaraz and Sinner, widely hailed as the defining rivalry of mode...