Sometimes the smallest details reveal the biggest truths. Former tennis star Eugenie Bouchard spotted something telling in the pre-match warm-ups before the US Open final, and her playful observation led to a spot-on prediction: Carlos Alcaraz would defeat Jannik Sinner for the championship.
The showdown at Flushing Meadows delivered another electrifying chapter in tennis’s hottest rivalry, with Alcaraz once again proving he has Sinner’s number when it matters most.
What Made Eugenie Bouchard Pick Carlos Alcaraz Over Jannik Sinner?
Alcaraz and Sinner’s supremacy was on full display at Flushing Meadows as they met in their third consecutive Grand Slam final since Roland Garros. The contest delivered relentless rallies and thunderous groundstrokes, yet the Spaniard controlled the match from start to finish.
The 22-year-old overpowered Sinner with surgical precision, striking 42 winners against his opponent’s 21 while conceding just nine points on his first serve during a commanding two-hour, 42-minute performance. Alcaraz was broken only once throughout the entire match, closing out a 6-2, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 victory that ended the Italian’s hopes of retaining the crown.
While Alcaraz’s triumph thrilled tennis fans worldwide, it also validated Bouchard’s prediction, though for a rather unconventional reason. The Canadian tipped Alcaraz after watching both players’ pre-match routines in the gym, promising to reveal her theory only if the Spaniard won.
“Saw the players’ warm ups in the gym before the match on tv. Based on this I am predicting Alcaraz. I’ll reveal my theory only if he wins 😆,” she wrote on X.
Saw the players’ warm ups in the gym before the match on tv. Based on this I am predicting Alcaraz. I’ll reveal my theory only if he wins 😆
— Genie Bouchard (@geniebouchard) September 7, 2025
After Alcaraz’s victory, Bouchard delivered her promise by sharing a clip revealing her reasoning. The footage showed both players preparing for their highly anticipated clash, but their approaches couldn’t have been more different. Alcaraz appeared locked in, stretching methodically on a mat with help from his physio. Meanwhile, Sinner was playfully chasing a team member between rows of indoor bikes, clearly in a more relaxed mood.
The contrast in preparation styles led Bouchard to favor Alcaraz, and her instincts proved golden.
“Because of this 😂,” she explained, sharing the revealing footage.
Because of this 😂 https://t.co/SJRsYfBeF6
— Genie Bouchard (@geniebouchard) September 7, 2025
Beyond the warm-up observations, Bouchard couldn’t help but notice another striking detail about the final. Sinner’s bold red Nike outfit caught her attention, particularly how the vibrant color enhanced his naturally reddish hair in the pre-match photos.
“The red outfit really bringing out the red hair,” she noted with approval.
The red outfit really bringing out the red hair 👌🏼 pic.twitter.com/2KwNvs7y2d
— Genie Bouchard (@geniebouchard) September 7, 2025
However, fashion observations aside, Alcaraz’s title run was built on the foundation of his dominant serve. He dropped just three service games across the entire tournament, a staggering efficiency that makes him and Pete Sampras the only champions since 1991 to reach such heights at the US Open.
What Milestones Did Alcaraz Reach With His Historic US Open Triumph?
This victory was enormously significant for Alcaraz, adding multiple records to his growing legacy. The championship marked his sixth Grand Slam title, moving him ahead of Sinner’s total of four following the Italian’s Wimbledon victory over the Spaniard earlier this year.
The head-to-head battle between these two superstars continues to favor Alcaraz as well. His US Open victory extended his advantage over Sinner to 10-5, highlighting a period of clear dominance against his fiercest rival on tour. Most importantly, the triumph catapults him past Sinner in the ATP Rankings, allowing him to reclaim the World No. 1 spot after the Italian’s impressive 65-week reign at the top.
The achievement also places Alcaraz in exclusive historical company. He became the second-youngest man in the Open Era to capture six Grand Slam singles titles, trailing only the legendary Björn Borg. His return to World No. 1 status sends a clear message about the sustained excellence he plans to deliver in the years ahead, with this US Open victory serving as the latest proof of his championship mentality.
