Jannik Sinner wins US Open against Taylor Fritz 6-5 6-3 7-5

Al Cameron September 8, 2024

Jannik Sinner clinched his first US Open title, defeating Taylor Fritz 6-3, 6-4, 7-5. The 23-year-old Italian, who also won the Australian Open earlier in the year, dominated the match with powerful baseline play and precision during key moments. Fritz, the first American man to reach a Grand Slam final since 2009, struggled to capitalize on crucial points, especially in the third set where he had the chance to serve it out.

Sinner’s victory also extended the 21-year drought of American men failing to secure a Grand Slam title, with the last being Andy Roddick at the 2003 US Open. Fritz, despite showing resilience and fighting through long rallies, couldn’t break Sinner’s momentum in the final games, with Sinner eventually claiming two championship points(

This win solidifies Sinner’s status as a rising force in tennis, making him the first Italian to win multiple Grand Slam titles in the Open Era(.. It was a remarkable journey for both players, but Sinner’s consistency and mental fortitude proved decisive in capturing his second Grand Slam of 2024-

Get to know Jannik Sinner

Jannik Sinner, born in 2001, in San Candido, Italy, is making waves in the tennis scene. His parents, Johann and Siglinde, worked as a chef and a waitress at a ski lodge, helping him grow up in the beautiful, German-speaking region of South Tyrol. Initially a skiing prodigy, Jannik switched gears at 13 to chase his tennis dreams, moving to train at Riccardo Piatti’s academy. His family’s unwavering support helped him make that leap. With a chill demeanour and fierce determination, he quickly rose through the ranks, snagging ATP titles and hitting World No. 1. Now, as he steps onto the court for his first US Open final, Sinner is ready to show the world what he’s made of.