Taylor Fritz has become the first American man to reach a Grand Slam final since 2009, earning his spot in the US Open title match against world number one Jannik Sinner. Fritz, ranked 12th globally, demonstrated tenacity in a thrilling five-set battle, overcoming fellow American Frances Tiafoe 4-6, 7-5, 4-6, 6-4, 6-1.
Fritz’s victory marked a significant comeback as he rallied from behind twice during the match, ultimately securing his place in the final with a powerful ace. Reflecting on his performance, Fritz said, “I just told myself to stay in it, hold serve, and apply scoreboard pressure. I did all I could to stay in it. If I hadn’t done that, I’d regret it forever.”
Meanwhile, Jannik Sinner made history of his own, becoming the first Italian man to reach the US Open final. The Australian Open champion defeated Jack Draper of Britain 7-5, 7-6 (7/3), 6-2 in a challenging semi-final. Sinner’s aggressive play, despite suffering a wrist injury during the match, proved too much for Draper, who struggled with nerves and physical issues.
As Fritz and Sinner prepare for the final showdown, both players are poised to make their mark. For Fritz, it’s a chance to end a long wait for American men’s tennis, while Sinner aims to solidify his status at the top of the game.
