Jannik Sinner Advances to Fourth Round of US Open 2025 After Defeating Denis Shapovalov

Defending Champion Overcomes Early Setback

World No. 1 Jannik Sinner, the reigning champion, secured his spot in the fourth round of the US Open 2025 with a hard-fought victory over 27th seed Denis Shapovalov on Saturday, August 30. After a slow start, Sinner rallied to win the match with scores of 5-7, 6-4, 6-3, 6-3, marking his impressive 24-match winning streak on hard courts in major tournaments.

Initial Challenges but No Signs of Panic

In the opening set, Sinner faced significant challenges, particularly when a double fault left him trailing 0-30 while serving at 2-5. However, he fought back, thrilling the Arthur Ashe crowd with a stunning lob. Despite his efforts, Shapovalov capitalized on Sinner's fourth double fault to clinch the first set, drawing gasps from the audience.

Champion's Composed Comeback

After dropping the first set, Sinner made crucial adjustments. He leveled the match in the second set by breaking Shapovalov and maintaining his serve. The third set showcased Sinner's resilience as he overcame a 0-3 deficit, winning six consecutive games to take the lead for the first time.

Sinner Dominates the Final Set

With newfound momentum, Sinner continued to control the fourth set. Shapovalov, visibly frustrated, attempted to rally his spirits with fist pumps and glances towards his support team, but it was not enough to disrupt Sinner's focus. The 24-year-old broke Shapovalov's serve once more, finishing the match decisively and maintaining his unbeaten record at hardcourt Grand Slams since 2023.

Next Challenge Awaits

With this victory, Sinner is set to face either American Tommy Paul or Kazakhstan's Alexander Bublik in the round of 16. The Italian, a two-time Australian Open champion and the current US Open titleholder, continues to impress on his favored surface.