New Generation Takes Center Stage at U.S. Open 2024

The U.S. Open 2024 marked a historic shift in men's tennis as none of the 'Big Three'—Federer, Nadal, or Djokovic—claimed a Grand Slam title. With Djokovic's early exit, young talents like Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz capitalized, heralding a new era. Weather and tournament conditions challenged athletes across the board.

The U.S. Open 2024 showcased a dramatic shift in men's tennis, with a new cohort of players stepping into the spotlight. For the first time in over two decades, no titles were claimed by the dominant 'Big Three'.

Roger Federer has retired, Rafael Nadal is struggling with injuries, and Novak Djokovic was ousted in the third round by Alexei Popyrin. Jannik Sinner took his second major of the year, securing victory over Taylor Fritz in the finals.

The tournament also highlighted fitness struggles exacerbated by quick turnarounds between the Olympics and the U.S. Open, alongside challenging weather conditions. In the women's category, Aryna Sabalenka triumphed, overcoming fitness issues to claim her title.

(With inputs from agencies.)