The top favorites to win the title at the US Open 2024

We analyze which men will be the main favorites to win the title in the last Grand Slam of the season. Will Sinner and Alcaraz complete the Slam sweep in 2024?

Mónica Barberán Munera | 20 Aug 2024 | 20.54
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Jannik Sinner and Andrey Rublev in Cincinnati 2024. Photo: Getty
Jannik Sinner and Andrey Rublev in Cincinnati 2024. Photo: Getty

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In less than a week, the last Grand Slam of the season will kick off, the final opportunity to win one of the biggest titles of the year. The US Open is already underway with its qualifying rounds, but it won't be until next week that all the main draw players make their debut. The greatest players will take part in one of the most anticipated tournaments by fans, who will want to see who will be crowned this year and if the predictions will come true or if there will be some surprises. So, in this article we will focus on mentioning who are most likely to be the next champions in an edition that will once again be exciting.

We probably couldn't start talking about anyone other than Jannik Sinner. The world number 1 will be the top favorite not only for leading the rankings but also for his recent performance. Winning the title in Cincinnati has catapulted him to the top, dispelling any doubts about his performance on these fast surfaces. However, after all the controversy surrounding his doping case, the Italian will need to strengthen himself mentally to not be swayed by the circumstances. Although he was outperformed by Andrey Rublev in Montreal, Sinner showed once again that behind every setback, there is a resurgence. It remains to be seen if he can surpass the round of 16 he reached last year or break through the quarterfinals from 2022.

Someone who must be mentioned is Novak Djokovic, a player who knows these courts well, having been crowned four times, with last year being the most recent. Nole will arrive in New York with the task of defending his title, but under very different circumstances this time. In 2023, he came after winning the title in Cincinnati, whereas this time he'll do it without any experience on fast courts after his Olympic gold. However, the Serbian has already shown his ability to rise to the occasion and silence many doubters. We will see if he can claim his 25th Grand Slam.

And, as it couldn't be otherwise, Carlos Alcaraz rounds up the top 3 favorites at the US Open. One might think that the Spaniard would be tired after such a busy summer of matches and titles, but that's where his great favoritism lies. Wimbledon champion and Roland Garros champion, Carlitos always thrives in these 5-set tournaments, where it's very difficult to beat him. He doesn't arrive with the best preparation on fast surfaces after his early exit in Cincinnati, but one should never forget how well the New York tournament suits the Murcian. There, he finds his essence, connects with the court, with the fans, and inspires an aura that is intimidating from the start. His 2022 title or last year's semifinals summarize his special relationship with this tournament. Besides, it wouldn't be the first time this year that he turns around an unfavorable result before a Slam.

Beyond the Sinner-Djokovic-Alcaraz trio

So, beyond the top three players in the world, there are those who are making a mark in the betting odds due to their good form displayed in this American hardcourt swing. The first one is Alexander Zverev, a man who reached the quarterfinals in Montreal and the semifinals in Cincinnati. The German has shown great consistency on these fast surfaces and is a tough competitor to consider at the US Open, where he reached the final in 2020. Another name to keep an eye on is Daniil Medvedev, a player who also has a great connection with the New York tournament, somewhat like Alcaraz. The Russian has been posting solid results there for years, with a title in 2019 and two finals, the latest being last year. So, with all these names, who do you see lifting the trophy on September 8?

 

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