Following his loss to Carlos Alcaraz in the US Open 2025 final, Jannik Sinner admitted that his inability to surprise Alcaraz was a factor in his defeat. The realization has spurred Sinner to identify areas for improvement. He mentioned a desire to tweak his serve and become a more unpredictable player. Sinner is prepared to potentially lose matches in the process of implementing these strategic changes, with the ultimate goal of enhancing his overall tennis abilities. Alcaraz clinched the victory with a score of 6-2, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4, thus concluding Sinner’s remarkable 27-match unbeaten streak on hard-court Grand Slams. As a result of this triumph, Alcaraz will regain the world number one ranking on Monday, a position he last held in September 2023. Sinner observed improvements in Alcaraz’s play, especially in serving. He noted that Alcaraz handled the pressure better, giving him full credit for the win. Sinner expressed satisfaction with his season, which included reaching four Grand Slam finals. He is now focused on concluding the year on a high note. Sinner intends to modify certain aspects of his serve, anticipating that these minor adjustments will lead to significant improvements in his game. He is looking forward to future matches, especially with the new dynamic of chasing the number one ranking.
