Taylor Fritz expressed deep disappointment after falling short in his bid to become the first American man in 21 years to win a Grand Slam title. Fritz was defeated by world No. 1 Jannik Sinner in the US Open final, with Sinner securing a 6-3, 6-4, 7-5 victory. The loss marked a missed opportunity for Fritz, who had hoped to end the long drought since Andy Roddick's Grand Slam win in 2003.
Fritz, reflecting on the match, admitted feeling upset and frustrated with his performance. He expressed regret over not delivering his best play, saying, “I feel like I almost let a lot of people down.” The 26-year-old also noted that his shots were not up to par, contributing to his sense of disappointment. Fritz’s desire to better his performance and meet American fans' expectations was evident as he analyzed his performance critically.
Throughout the final, Fritz was constantly on the defensive, even losing his serve while attempting to win the third set. Sinner, having already secured his second Grand Slam of the year after winning the Australian Open, proved to be too strong. Despite being the first American man to reach a Grand Slam final since Roddick at Wimbledon in 2009, Fritz could not overcome the formidable challenge posed by Sinner.
Fritz acknowledged Sinner's significant improvements since their previous encounters, noting changes in Sinner’s serve and movement. He observed that Sinner’s enhanced speed and ability to play effectively from the corners made him a much tougher opponent than before. Fritz had previously defeated Sinner at Indian Wells in 2021, but Sinner avenged that loss in their subsequent match, showcasing his evolution as a player.
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