Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, the top two players on the men's tennis tour, are set to face each other in the US Open final. This marks their third consecutive meeting in a Grand Slam final. The match is highly anticipated, with both players showcasing exceptional skills throughout the tournament.

The start time for the match has been delayed due to security measures. The first serve is now scheduled for at least 4:30 a.m. AEST, giving fans a little extra time to prepare for the showdown.

Carlos Alcaraz, the world No. 2, has had an impressive run at this year's US Open, not dropping a single set. His path to the final includes victories over: - Reilly Opelka: 6-4, 7-5, 6-4 - Mattia Bellucci: 6-1, 6-0, 6-3 - Luciano Darderi: 6-2, 6-4, 6-0 - Arthur Rinderknech: 7-6 (3), 6-3, 6-4 - Jiri Lehecka: 6-4, 6-2, 6-4 - Novak Djokovic: 6-4, 7-6 (4), 6-2 in the semifinals.

On the other hand, Jannik Sinner, the world No. 1, has also displayed dominant form leading up to the final. His journey to this point includes wins against: - Vit Kopriva: 6-1, 6-1, 6-2 - Alexei Popyrin: 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 - Denis Shapovalov: 5-7, 6-4, 6-3, 6-3 - Alexander Bublik: 6-1, 6-1, 6-1 - Lorenzo Musetti: 6-1, 6-4, 6-2 - Felix Auger-Aliassime: 6-1, 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 in the semifinals.

As the match approaches, excitement builds among fans and analysts alike. This final is not just a battle for the title but also a chance for one of these young stars to claim bragging rights in their ongoing rivalry. With the match set to begin shortly, all eyes will be on Flushing Meadows.