New Era in Men's Tennis as Youth Triumphs at U.S. Open

The 2024 U.S. Open marks a significant shift in men's tennis, with none of the 'Big Three' winning a Grand Slam for the first time in over two decades. Emerging talents Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz dominated, while Novak Djokovic and other top players struggled amidst a challenging post-Olympic schedule.

The 2024 U.S. Open signaled a turning point in men's tennis, showcasing a new generation of champions. For the first time in more than 20 years, none of the 'Big Three'—Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, and Novak Djokovic—claimed a Grand Slam title. Djokovic's early exit highlighted the shift, as he fell in the third round to Australian Alexei Popyrin, struggling with fatigue following his Olympic victory in Paris.

The young guns took center stage, with Italian Jannik Sinner winning his second major of the year by defeating Taylor Fritz in the final. Sinner also clinched the Australian Open title, while 21-year-old Carlos Alcaraz seized the French Open and Wimbledon, shutting out the veteran players from major titles for the first time since 2002.

Challenging conditions and a tight turnaround from the Olympics took a toll on many competitors. Djokovic and other Olympians, including women's champion Zheng Qinwen, struggled to maintain their form. Despite the hurdles, Aryna Sabalenka triumphed in the women's singles, overcoming past injuries and fitness issues to secure her first U.S. Open title.

(With inputs from agencies.)