Auger-Aliassime's US Open Run Ends with Pride and Perspective
Felix Auger-Aliassime's US Open run comes to an end, but he takes away valuable lessons and pride from his semi-final match against Jannik Sinner.
“I don't have regrets. I played my way. I played my game. You know, you kind of live and die with your choices...”
Felix Auger-Aliassime delivered an impressive performance at the US Open, reaching the semi-finals with renewed conviction. The 25th seed showcased his best tennis in years, defeating top players like Alexander Zverev, Andrey Rublev, and Alex de Minaur en route to his first Grand Slam semi-final since 2021. Despite his eventual loss to Jannik Sinner, Auger-Aliassime's run was a testament to his growth and determination.
After his semi-final defeat, Auger-Aliassime reflected on his US Open journey, saying, “I'm just trying to hang onto everything that was good.” He acknowledged that only time will tell if he can return to the top of his game, but for now, he's focused on building on the momentum and confidence he gained from his inspired run in New York. Auger-Aliassime's performance has sparked optimism about his future prospects in the sport.
Felix Auger-Aliassime's US Open campaign may have ended in the semifinals, but the Canadian tennis star took away valuable lessons from his match against Jannik Sinner. Despite pushing the Italian world number one to four sets, Auger-Aliassime ultimately fell short. However, he expressed his desire to savor the experience, saying, “I just want to take a moment to soak in the tournament and everything that was good.”
Auger-Aliassime's performance at Flushing Meadows showcased his growth and determination. He acknowledged the positives from his tournament, highlighting his ability to compete against top-tier opponents like Sinner. The Canadian tennis star is poised to use this experience as a stepping stone for future success, demonstrating his commitment to continuous improvement.
“You obviously build your future with what's good in you, and then you try to improve a little bit, step by step. So I'm just trying to take that all in.
“We were fighting out there. We had some good points. I was going toe to toe at times, some sets dominating. Of course, I feel competitive, but the future will tell how close I am (to Sinner's level).”
The biggest win of Felix Auger-Aliassime's career ‼️
— ESPN (@espn) August 31, 2025
He becomes the third Canadian man to defeat an ATP Top-3 player at a major 🇨🇦 pic.twitter.com/DT5TTDC2Ey
No Regrets
Felix Auger-Aliassime expressed satisfaction with his US Open semi-final performance, despite converting only one of his 10 break points against Jannik Sinner. The Canadian tennis star stuck to his aggressive playing style, which he believes was the right approach. “I can explain all of (the missed break points) to you, but it's over,” Auger-Aliassime said, showing his focus on moving forward.
Auger-Aliassime said he has “no regrets” about his playing style during the match. He took pride in being true to his game plan, even if it didn't yield the desired results. By sticking to his aggressive approach, Auger-Aliassime demonstrated his confidence and commitment to his tennis philosophy.
“I don't have regrets. I played my way. I played my game. You know, you kind of live and die with your choices.”
The biggest win of Felix Auger-Aliassime's career ‼️
— ESPN (@espn) August 31, 2025
He becomes the third Canadian man to defeat an ATP Top-3 player at a major 🇨🇦 pic.twitter.com/DT5TTDC2Ey
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