As the US Open concludes, those not well-versed in tennis may find its unique terminology and scoring system perplexing. You don't need to be a tennis buff to grasp its language and rules, but you might be unaware of their origins.

Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz renewed their rivalry in the final of the 2025 US Open. Alcaraz stormed to victory in four sets.

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz beat rival Jannik Sinner of Italy to claim the U.S. Open title. They are the first two men in the sport’s history to face each other in three consecutive Grand Slam finals within a single season.