Novak Djokovic praises Alcaraz and Sinner after US Open loss

Alcaraz defeated Djokovic in straight sets in the first US Open semi-final. Jannik Sinner will face Felix Auger-Aliassime in the next match.

Novak Djokovic acknowledged the skill of his young rivals, Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner. Alcaraz beat Djokovic in three sets, preventing him from winning his 25th grand slam title and securing a spot in the US Open final.

Djokovic has now lost in the semi-finals of four consecutive grand slam tournaments. He praised the high level of play displayed by Alcaraz and Sinner, stating that it is challenging for him to compete against them in best-of-five matches.

Alcaraz advanced to his second US Open final without dropping a set. He will face either Sinner or Auger-Aliassime in the final. Sinner aims to become the first man to retain the US Open title since Roger Federer in 2008.

In the upcoming semi-final, Jannik Sinner took an early lead against Felix Auger-Aliassime. The match is expected to be competitive, with Auger-Aliassime having won their previous encounters in 2022.

Djokovic acknowledged the improvement of young players like Alcaraz and Sinner. He expressed frustration at not being able to match their physical level but affirmed his commitment to continue competing in major tournaments.

After losing to Alcaraz in the US Open semi-final, Djokovic admitted the difficulty of defeating players like Alcaraz and Sinner in best-of-five matches at grand slams. He remains determined to compete for titles but acknowledged the challenge ahead.

Djokovic concluded his grand slam season without a title or final appearance, marking the second consecutive year without a grand slam victory. The dominance of players like Sinner and Alcaraz has posed a significant challenge for Djokovic.

Alcaraz has reached his eighth consecutive tournament final, showcasing remarkable consistency. He is poised to face Sinner in the final, with the potential to win the tournament without dropping a set.

Alcaraz humorously mentioned owing $200 to golfer Sergio Garcia, who was in the crowd. Alcaraz celebrated his victory with a golf swing gesture, indicating a friendly bet between the two.

The US Open final will determine if Alcaraz can maintain his flawless record in the tournament. The match between Alcaraz and Sinner or Auger-Aliassime is scheduled for 7pm local time.