Donald Trump attended the men’s final of the US Open, where Carlos Alcaraz faced Jannik Sinner in a thrilling match. The battle kept fans on edge until Alcaraz finally sealed the victory and claimed the championship. As the match concluded, the former U.S. President gave his verdict as a spectator, a reaction that quickly captured attention worldwide.
When Alcaraz served for the last point, delivering a ball that Sinner could not return, the Arthur Ashe Stadium erupted in euphoria. Thousands of fans stood to cheer the Spanish champion. Yet, instead of sharing in the outburst of excitement, Trump’s expression went viral. Cameras caught him sitting with a stern face, which fans later described as “unimpressed.”
Admiration or jealousy?
According to reports from Firstsportz, many viewers interpreted Trump’s look as jealousy, suggesting he disliked not being the center of attention at such a high-profile event. On social media, the clip circulated rapidly, sparking debate over whether his reaction showed indifference or envy.
.@POTUS on attending the @usopen men’s final: “I loved it. First of all, the two players have unbelievable talent… I really enjoyed it. They were really nice. The fans were really nice.” pic.twitter.com/mhQBc6zH3V
— Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) September 7, 2025
However, in an interview with Fox News, Trump clarified his stance. He praised the quality of the match and expressed admiration for both players: “I loved it. Both players have incredible talent. It looked like they were hitting the ball harder than anything I’ve ever seen before. Incredible talent. The fans were very kind. I didn’t know what to expect. Usually, you’d say it might be a somewhat ‘progressive’ crowd, as they call it nowadays. But the fans were great.”
During the showdown, Alcaraz gained a decisive 10-5 edge, reclaiming the world number one ranking from Sinner. The victory also improved his Grand Slam finals record to 2-1, with wins at the US Open and Roland Garros and a single loss at Wimbledon.
In the end, Trump’s words praised the sport, but his facial expression told a different story—one that tennis fans won’t forget anytime soon.
