Monday Match Analysis Steve Flink on Alcaraz, Sinner & US Open 2025 | Monday Match Analysis
Sep 13, 2025
Steve Flink, a Hall-of-Fame tennis writer, joins to discuss the thrilling conclusion of the US Open 2025. He breaks down Carlos Alcaraz's stunning victory over Jannik Sinner, highlighting Alcaraz's improved serving and consistency. The conversation dives into Novak Djokovic's uncertain future and potential retirement. Flink also examines the competitive landscape, addressing rising players like Sinner and the pressure they face. Additionally, he weighs in on Taylor Fritz's quarterfinal disappointment and Felix Auger-Aliassime's promising potential.
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Sinner’s Head-To-Head Hangover
- Sinner’s string of close, frustrating losses to Alcaraz raises questions about his mental approach in big moments.
- Those repeats may push Sinner to alter his game, but wholesale changes risk losing his identity.
Serve Percentages Decide Rivalry
- Serving has tilted toward Alcaraz in their rivalry because Alcaraz improved his serve while Sinner sometimes hits low first-serve percentages.
- Sinner needs to boost first-serve percentage into the 60s to avoid second-serve pressure from Alcaraz.
Technical Balance Fueled Alcaraz
- Alcaraz combined improved serve reliability with a more under-control forehand to dominate on hard courts.
- He also absorbed pace better and counterattacked from deeper positions to neutralize Sinner’s rush tactics.