Sinner, who had previously won the Australian Open earlier in the year, admitted that the controversy was a challenge. “I’m happy with how I handled this situation. I’m excited to have this trophy with me,” Sinner said. “The issue is still in my mind, but when I’m on court, I focus on the game and handle the situation as best as I can.”
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The Italian acknowledged that the scandal had impacted his performance and demeanor in previous tournaments, making it difficult to enjoy the game fully. “It was not easy,” he reflected. “But during this tournament, I slowly started to feel more like myself. Mentally, I stayed focused on every point, and I believe I did a great job.”
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Sinner has consistently denied any wrongdoing related to the failed tests. The International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) cleared him of fault or negligence, accepting his explanation that clostebol, an anabolic agent, had inadvertently entered his system through a product used by his team to treat a minor injury.
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Despite criticism over the swift resolution of his case and skepticism from some high-profile players, including Nick Kyrgios, Sinner demonstrated why he is the top-ranked player in the world. His victory was underscored by the early exits of rivals Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic, but Sinner remained focused and consistent throughout the tournament.
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In the final, Fritz, supported by a fervent crowd on Arthur Ashe Stadium, including pop star Taylor Swift and her boyfriend Travis Kelce, aimed to become the first American man to win the US Open since Andy Roddick in 2003. Despite the high stakes, Fritz faced an exceptional opponent in Sinner.
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“I’m sorry I couldn’t get it done this time,” Fritz said, acknowledging the weight of American expectations. “But I’ll keep working hard and hope to achieve it next time.”
The world number one put an anti-doping scandal behind him to win in New York for the first time.
Jannik Sinner expressed pride in his mental fortitude after securing his first US Open title, putting behind him the shadow of an anti-doping scandal that had loomed over him. The world number one faced scrutiny after escaping a ban despite two positive tests in March, but he focused on his game and emerged victorious, defeating Taylor Fritz with a score of 6-3, 6-4, 7-5.
Sinner, who had previously won the Australian Open earlier in the year, admitted that the controversy was a challenge. “I’m happy with how I handled this situation. I’m excited to have this trophy with me,” Sinner said. “The issue is still in my mind, but when I’m on court, I focus on the game and handle the situation as best as I can.”
Jannik Sinner added the US Open title to his Australian Open crown (Julia Nikhinson/AP)
The Italian acknowledged that the scandal had impacted his performance and demeanor in previous tournaments, making it difficult to enjoy the game fully. “It was not easy,” he reflected. “But during this tournament, I slowly started to feel more like myself. Mentally, I stayed focused on every point, and I believe I did a great job.”
Taylor Fritz was hoping to become the first American man to win at the US Open since Andy Roddick in 2003 (Kirsty Wigglesworth/AP)
Sinner has consistently denied any wrongdoing related to the failed tests. The International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) cleared him of fault or negligence, accepting his explanation that clostebol, an anabolic agent, had inadvertently entered his system through a product used by his team to treat a minor injury.
Despite criticism over the swift resolution of his case and skepticism from some high-profile players, including Nick Kyrgios, Sinner demonstrated why he is the top-ranked player in the world. His victory was underscored by the early exits of rivals Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic, but Sinner remained focused and consistent throughout the tournament.
In the final, Fritz, supported by a fervent crowd on Arthur Ashe Stadium, including pop star Taylor Swift and her boyfriend Travis Kelce, aimed to become the first American man to win the US Open since Andy Roddick in 2003. Despite the high stakes, Fritz faced an exceptional opponent in Sinner.
“I’m sorry I couldn’t get it done this time,” Fritz said, acknowledging the weight of American expectations. “But I’ll keep working hard and hope to achieve it next time.”
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