Fritz vs. Sinner: Can the American Drought End at the US Open?

Taylor Fritz faces Jannik Sinner in the US Open final, aiming to end a 21-year drought for American men, the first since Andy Roddick's 2003 victory. Sinner seeks his second major title of the season. The match, under sunny skies at Arthur Ashe Stadium, began at 2 p.m.

Taylor Fritz and Jannik Sinner's US Open final commenced today, with the potential to end a 21-year Grand Slam title drought for American men.

A win by Fritz would mark the first American male Grand Slam singles champion since Andy Roddick triumphed in 2003, while Sinner aims for his second major win this season.

The final, which began at 2 p.m. amid sunny conditions at Arthur Ashe Stadium, sees Sinner, ranked No. 1, bringing a 34-2 hard court record for 2024 against Fritz, who recently beat Frances Tiafoe to reach his first major final.

(With inputs from agencies.)