The final that everyone saw coming produced an unexpected twist: Carlos Alcaraz pummeling rival Jannik Sinner to claim his sixth major title.

Carlos Alcaraz claimed his sixth major trophy overall at the U.S. Open on Sunday after defeating No. 1 Jannik Sinner.

Sunday's showdown was the third Grand Slam tournament in a row where these elite, young rivals met to decide the champion.

No. 2 Alcaraz succeeded in reversing the result from when No. 1 Sinner took the Wimbledon title less than two months ago.