Canada’s Félix Auger-Aliassime exits U.S. Open after four-set loss to world No. 1 Jannik Sinner, who advances to face Carlos Alcaraz in Sunday’s final.
Canadian Star Knocked Out in New York
Félix Auger-Aliassime’s impressive run at the U.S. Open ended Friday night as the Canadian fell in four sets to world No. 1 Jannik Sinner in a semifinal clash at Flushing Meadows. The 25-year-old from Montreal had been seeking his first-ever Grand Slam final but was stopped by one of tennis’s most dominant forces.
Match Highlights and Turning Points
The contest began with Sinner in full control, taking the first set 6–1. Auger-Aliassime roared back in the second, breaking Sinner’s long service streak and clinching the set with a 117 mph ace. However, the Italian regrouped after a medical timeout, raising his level to secure the final two sets 6–3, 6–4. Despite saving nine of ten break points, Auger-Aliassime could not hold off Sinner’s relentless pressure.
Road to the Semifinal
Auger-Aliassime’s semifinal berth was hard-earned. Along the way, he defeated three seeded players: No. 3 Alexander Zverev, No. 8 Alex de Minaur, and No. 15 Andrey Rublev. His powerful forehand and aggressive baseline play carried him through, sparking hopes of a historic final appearance for Canadian men’s tennis.
Rivalry at the Top
For Sinner, the victory extends an extraordinary stretch of consistency. The Italian has now reached his fifth consecutive Grand Slam final and is on a 27-match winning streak on hard courts. On Sunday, he will meet Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz, setting up another chapter in their growing rivalry. Between them, the two young stars have claimed every major title over the past two years.
Global Spotlight and Canadian Impact
Although Auger-Aliassime’s run ended in disappointment, his performance underscored his resurgence after an uneven 2024 season. By eliminating multiple top-ranked opponents, he reinforced his position among the sport’s elite. His deep run also drew attention back home, where Canadian tennis continues to grow in prominence following the breakthroughs of players like Bianca Andreescu, Leylah Fernandez, and Denis Shapovalov.
Looking Ahead
Sinner’s bid to defend his U.S. Open crown will face its toughest test against Alcaraz, who earlier ousted 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic in straight sets. For Auger-Aliassime, the focus now shifts to building on this strong showing and preparing for the upcoming indoor hard-court season, where he aims to cement his place in the ATP’s top tier.
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