New York, September 6, 2025 – Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz produced a scintillating performance to outclass tennis legend Novak Djokovic in straight sets and book his place in the US Open final for the second time. On a packed Arthur Ashe Stadium, the 22-year-old Spaniard defeated the 24-time Grand Slam champion 6-4, 7-6(4), 6-2 in two hours and 25 minutes of high-quality tennis.
Key Highlights:
Opening dominance: Alcaraz took control early, clinching the first set 6-4 with sharp returns and aggressive baseline play.
Second-set battle: Djokovic fought hard in the second, but Alcaraz held his nerve in the tiebreak to win 7-6(4).
Clinical finish: The Spaniard raised his level in the third, sealing the set 6-2 to complete a memorable victory.
Historic Feat:
Alcaraz became only the fifth man in the Open Era to reach seven Grand Slam finals before turning 23, joining Bjorn Borg, Rafael Nadal, Mats Wilander, and Jim Courier.
He has now won 36 of his last 37 matches, with his only defeat coming against Jannik Sinner in the Wimbledon final.
This was also his first-ever win over Djokovic on hard courts, improving their head-to-head record to 4-5.
Djokovic’s Disappointment:
The loss made Djokovic the first player in history to lose four straight Grand Slam semifinals in a single calendar year.
Despite his pedigree, the Serbian legend looked outplayed in the final stages and will reflect on a season of near-misses.
Alcaraz Speaks:
After the match, an emotional Alcaraz said:
“Facing Novak is always one of the toughest challenges in tennis. Today, I stayed true to my game plan, and that made all the difference.”
What’s Next?
Alcaraz will now prepare for the US Open final showdown, where he aims to add another Grand Slam title to his growing legacy. Tennis fans worldwide are eagerly awaiting the next chapter of his meteoric rise.
