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Carlos Alcaraz Tireslessly Triumphs over Novak Djokovic in Three Sets, Advancing to the US Open Final at Flushing Meadows

Four-time champion defeated in 2022; new titleholder clinches victory at Arthur Ashe Stadium, scoring 6-4 7-6 (4-7-4) 6-2, in a match lasting 2 hours and 23 minutes.

Flushing Meadows Showdown in 2025: Carlos Alcaraz Outmaneuvers Novak Djokovic in Straight Games,...
Flushing Meadows Showdown in 2025: Carlos Alcaraz Outmaneuvers Novak Djokovic in Straight Games, Advancing to the US Open Final

Carlos Alcaraz Tireslessly Triumphs over Novak Djokovic in Three Sets, Advancing to the US Open Final at Flushing Meadows

Young Gun Alcaraz Advances to US Open 2025 Final

In a thrilling semifinal match at the US Open 2025, world number two Carlos Alcaraz secured his spot in the final with a hard-fought victory over Novak Djokovic. The match, which lasted two hours and 23 minutes, saw Alcaraz demonstrate his dominance on all ATP surfaces, having previously defeated Djokovic on each.

The 19-year-old Spaniard broke Djokovic's serve in the very first game of the match and went on to win the first set 6-4. Djokovic, however, came back strongly at the start of the second set, winning 12 out of 14 points to level the match at 3-3.

Despite Djokovic's comeback, Alcaraz managed to level the set at 6-6 and eventually won the second set in a tie-break. This victory marked Alcaraz's 15th straight set win in New York during this tournament.

In the third set, Alcaraz once again demonstrated his resilience, initially trailing in the tie-break but managing to turn the tide and secure the win. The final score of the match was 6-4, 7-6 (7-4), 6-2 in favour of Alcaraz.

With this victory, Alcaraz becomes the second-youngest player since 1978 to reach men's singles major finals on all three surfaces in a season. He is also the third-youngest player during the Open Era to reach seven major singles finals, older only than Nadal and Bjorn Borg.

Alcaraz joins an elite group of players, including Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Lleyton Hewitt, as the only players since 2000 to reach the US Open men's singles final without dropping a set.

In the final, Alcaraz will face Jannik Sinner, who defeated Felix Auger-Aliassime in the semifinals. Alcaraz currently boasts an 11-match winning streak and will be aiming to add the US Open title to his growing list of achievements.

This young talent has certainly made his mark on the tennis world, and the final promises to be an exciting showdown between two rising stars. Stay tuned for more updates as we follow Alcaraz's journey towards tennis greatness.

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