Trump’s Viral Reaction to Alcaraz’s US Open Victory: Was He Supporting Sinner?

Trump’s Dismissive Reaction to Alcaraz’s US Open Win Goes Viral

Updated on: Sept 08, 2025, 03:34 AM IST

In a moment that has captured the attention of social media, former President Donald Trump appeared less than thrilled following Carlos Alcaraz’s decisive victory over Jannik Sinner in the US Open final. Alcaraz triumphed with a score of 6-2, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4, marking his second title at Flushing Meadows and bringing his Grand Slam total to six.

Trump, who attended the match from a sponsor’s suite at Arthur Ashe Stadium, was met with a mixed reception of cheers and boos when he appeared on the Jumbotron. His reaction to Alcaraz’s win quickly went viral, with many users speculating that he had been rooting for Sinner. One social media user noted, “I don’t think Donald Trump is pleased with the Carlos Alcaraz win… maybe he was rooting for Jannik Sinner ,” alongside a video capturing Trump’s dismissive demeanor.

The match itself faced a delay of about half an hour due to heightened security measures, a first since a sitting president attended the tournament—Bill Clinton in 2000. This delay left thousands of fans waiting outside, eager to enter the stadium.

Alcaraz Responds to Trump’s Presence

In the lead-up to the final, Alcaraz expressed his thoughts on Trump’s attendance, stating, “It is a privilege for the tournaments having the president from every country just to support the tournament, to support tennis, and to support the match.” He added, “For me, playing in front of him… to be honest, I will try not to think about it. I don’t want myself to be nervous because of it.”

As the tennis world celebrates Alcaraz’s latest achievement, the former president’s reaction adds another layer to the narrative, showcasing the intersection of sports and politics in today’s media landscape.

Stay tuned for more updates on this story and other highlights from the US Open.