Fans Criticize 'Dull' US Open Final Despite Jannik Sinner's Historic Win: 'Carlos Alcaraz is the Only Hope'

Jannik Sinner’s historic triumph at the US Open 2024, where he became the first Italian man to win the title, has been overshadowed by fan disappointment over the lackluster quality of the final match. Sinner, ranked No. 1 in the world, secured a straight-sets victory over American Taylor Fritz with scores of 6-3, 6-4, 7-5 at Arthur Ashe Stadium on Sunday.

The win marks Sinner’s second Grand Slam title of the year, following his Australian Open victory earlier in 2024. Despite the significance of the achievement, many fans took to social media to express their dissatisfaction with the final, describing it as “dull” and lacking excitement.

One fan posted a comparison on X (formerly Twitter), juxtaposing images from the thrilling Wimbledon 2024 final between Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic with scenes from the Sinner-Fritz clash. The caption read, “Name a bigger downgrade than this I’ll wait.” The comparison underscored the fans’ sentiment that the match failed to live up to the high standards set by recent high-stakes encounters.

Another fan echoed this sentiment, stating, “That was a fairly dull men’s final, only briefly coming to life when it looked like Fritz might take the third set. Congrats to Sinner, I guess. Hurry up, Australian Open.” The comment highlights a broader disappointment with the match’s lack of drama and competitiveness.

Several fans criticized Sinner’s performance, suggesting that while his execution was technically perfect, the match itself lacked excitement. “Sinner is just that bit better at everything than Fritz. Including being dull,” one user commented. Another fan noted, “It’s a joke…. Fritz served well in the second set, but he’s basically a spectator. He can barely compete. Terribly sad and disappointing, and Sinner’s game—while brilliant—is completely dull, despite the perfect execution. Jack Draper was far more challenging.”

The match was also notable for Sinner’s redemption arc. Earlier in the tournament, he was embroiled in a doping controversy after testing positive for an anabolic agent. However, an independent tribunal cleared him of any wrongdoing, accepting his defense that the results were due to unintentional contamination.

As Sinner concludes a remarkable year with a 55-5 win-loss record, the focus has already shifted to the future of tennis. Fans are looking to Carlos Alcaraz as a beacon of excitement and hope in the sport. “Alcaraz is the only hope for the immediate future of tennis,” one fan asserted, reflecting a growing desire for new and thrilling challenges on the court.

Despite the criticism, Sinner’s victory is a testament to his exceptional skill and resilience. However, the call for more captivating matches and new rivalries remains strong as the tennis world looks ahead to the Australian Open and beyond.