Jannik Sinner sends message to Carlos Alcaraz on social media after losing to him in the US Open final

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Jannik Sinner’s pursuit of a successful US Open title defence came to an end when faced with a red-hot Carlos Alcaraz in the final.

In the third Grand Slam championship match between the two stars this year, Sinner lost to Alcaraz in four sets at Flushing Meadows, as the Spaniard claimed his sixth major crown.

The Italian has also now fallen to second in the world rankings, with his reign at the top ending after nearly 15 months.

A day after his defeat, Sinner took to social media to send a message to his New York conqueror.

Jannik Sinner sends message to Carlos Alcaraz after the US Open final

In a post on Instagram, the four-time Grand Slam champion said: “Tried my best, couldn’t do more.

“Congrats to @carlitosalcarazz and his team, you deserve it. Thanks for all the support

“I’m really proud of myself and the season I’m playing. We keep building. See you next year @usopen.”

Alcaraz, who dropped just one set throughout the tournament, wrapped up the contest in two hours and 42 minutes.

Jannik Sinner’s poor recent record against Carlos Alcaraz

The 24-year-old suffered his 10th loss to Alcaraz at tour-level events, having fallen to him in seven of their last eight clashes.

His sole victory over the new world number one came at Wimbledon earlier this summer, where he emerged victorious in four sets.

The last time Sinner managed to win consecutive matches against Alcaraz was in 2023, when he beat him in Miami and Beijing.

Since then, the head-to-head has been dominated by his rival, who has cemented legend status already at the age of 22.