Jannik Sinner captured his second Grand Slam title of the year, defeating American Taylor Fritz in straight sets 6-3, 6-4, 7-5 to win the US Open men’s championship on Sunday in New York. With this victory, Sinner became the first Italian to win the US Open, adding to his Australian Open triumph earlier this year.

Taylor Fritz, the 12th seed, was aiming to become the first American man to win a Grand Slam since Andy Roddick’s 2003 US Open victory. Despite his efforts, the long-standing drought for American men in Grand Slam tournaments continues. After the match, Fritz acknowledged the disappointment, stating, “I know we’ve been waiting for a champion for a long time, so I’m sorry I couldn’t get it done this time. But I’m going to keep working and hopefully, I’ll get it done next time.”

Throughout the match, both players engaged in extended rallies, showcasing their skills. However, Sinner, the tournament’s top seed, consistently demonstrated superior shot selection and control. His aggressive forehand and exceptional baseline coverage kept Fritz on the defensive, while his varied shot-making, including well-timed drop shots, prevented Fritz from finding a consistent rhythm.

In the second set, Fritz briefly appeared to rally, spurred on by the supportive crowd at Arthur Ashe Stadium. He tried to shift momentum by playing more aggressively at the net and hitting deep forehands into the corners. However, Sinner’s composed play and ability to mix up his shots ultimately kept Fritz from gaining a foothold in the match.

The third set saw Fritz pushing hard to turn the tide, but Sinner remained calm and focused, sticking to his game plan. Once Sinner broke Fritz’s serve to take a 6-5 lead, the victory was within reach. Maintaining his composure, Sinner closed out the match, securing his first US Open title.

Reflecting on his victory, Sinner expressed pride in his performance and dedication to continuous improvement. With two Grand Slam titles under his belt this year, Sinner has firmly established himself as a dominant force on the hard courts, signaling that more major victories could be on the horizon.