The 2025 US Open has once again lived up to its reputation of producing drama, dominance, and dazzling tennis on the hard courts of Flushing Meadows. On Saturday night, World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka successfully defended her women’s singles title, defeating American Amanda Anisimova in straight sets to capture her second consecutive US Open crown. The Belarusian star delivered a powerful performance to register a 6-3, 7-6 victory, securing the fourth Grand Slam title of her career.
Sabalenka’s Dominance Continues
Sabalenka, known for her aggressive baseline game and booming serves, entered the final as the overwhelming favorite. Her opponent, Amanda Anisimova, had enjoyed a dream run to the championship match, thrilling home fans with fearless shot-making and resilience throughout the fortnight. But on the biggest stage, Sabalenka’s experience and consistency proved too strong.
The opening set was a statement of intent from Sabalenka. She broke Anisimova’s serve early, using her powerful forehand to dictate rallies and keeping her opponent pinned behind the baseline. Despite Anisimova’s attempts to vary her pace and employ drop shots, Sabalenka maintained composure, closing out the set 6-3.
The second set, however, saw Anisimova raise her level considerably. Urged on by a passionate New York crowd, the American matched Sabalenka shot for shot. Both players held serve until the tie-break, where Sabalenka’s relentless aggression and accuracy under pressure carried her through to a 7-6 win. The straight-sets victory not only highlighted her dominance but also showcased her ability to handle tense moments with remarkable calm.
“This place is so special to me,” Sabalenka said during the trophy presentation. “To win here again, in front of this crowd, means everything. Amanda pushed me to play my best tonight, and I’m proud of how I fought.”
The win brings Sabalenka her fourth career Grand Slam title, further solidifying her status as the most consistent player on the women’s tour over the past two seasons.
Doubles Glory for Granollers and Zeballos
The men’s doubles final added another chapter to the growing rivalry between the Spanish-Argentine pairing of Marcel Granollers and Horacio Zeballos and the British duo Joe Salisbury and Neal Skupski. In a thrilling three-set battle, Granollers and Zeballos fought back from a set down to prevail 3-6, 7-6, 7-5.
The match was a mirror image of their encounter at this year’s French Open final, where Granollers and Zeballos had also defeated Salisbury and Skupski. The No.5 seeds relied on their exceptional chemistry, strong net play, and mental resilience to once again deny their British rivals.
“This year has been unbelievable for us,” Zeballos said after the win. “Two Grand Slam titles, against the same tough opponents, shows the level of fight we have as a team. We love playing in New York, and to lift this trophy together is an incredible feeling.”
For Granollers and Zeballos, the triumph marked their second major title of the 2025 season, and they now head into the year-end ATP Finals as one of the most formidable pairs on tour.
Men’s Final Set: Sinner vs Alcaraz
While Sabalenka’s victory capped an emotional night on Arthur Ashe Stadium, the men’s singles competition is building toward a blockbuster finish. Italy’s Jannik Sinner powered his way into the final with a commanding four-set win over Canada’s Felix Auger-Aliassime. The Italian prevailed 6-1, 3-6, 6-3, 6-4, displaying his trademark consistency and mechanical precision.
Sinner’s deep groundstrokes and relentless baseline control left Auger-Aliassime struggling to find rhythm for much of the match. Although the Canadian briefly rallied to take the second set, Sinner quickly reasserted control, closing out the victory in just under three hours.
“I’m really happy with the way I played,” Sinner said post-match. “Felix is such a strong opponent, but I managed to stay focused and keep my level high. Now I’m excited for the final—it will be a special match.”
Waiting for him is none other than Carlos Alcaraz, the Spanish sensation who has already established himself as one of the brightest stars in men’s tennis. Their meeting promises to be one of the most highly anticipated finals in recent US Open history, pitting two young rivals against each other in a contest that many believe could define the future of the sport.
Looking Ahead
With Sabalenka successfully defending her women’s crown and Granollers/Zeballos continuing their doubles dominance, attention now shifts to the men’s singles final between Sinner and Alcaraz. Both players are under 25, both have already achieved tremendous success, and both are seen as flagbearers of the next generation of tennis.
For fans around the world, the 2025 US Open has already delivered unforgettable stories. From Sabalenka’s power-packed title defense to Anisimova’s inspiring run, from doubles drama to the promise of a historic men’s final, this edition of the tournament underscores why the US Open remains one of the most electrifying events on the sporting calendar.
