The latest ATP rankings have brought a significant shift at the very top. Carlos Alcaraz has reclaimed the No. 1 spot after winning the US Open, overtaking Jannik Sinner after defeating him in the final in New York. The last Grand Slam of the year not only decided a new champion but also triggered key changes across the leaderboard. It has set the stage for a thrilling race in the year’s closing months.
How has the US Open shifted the Rankings?
The final Grand Slam of the year closes out as the top seeds, Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, battled it out for the world No. 1 spot. The standings witnessed a significant change at the top as Alcaraz leapfrogged Jannik Sinner to reclaim the world No. 1 position.
The other most notable movement is Novak Djokovic, whose name is back in the top five. The 38-year-old climbed three spots to number four from his semifinal run in the tournament. He may no longer be the dominant force he once was, but he’s still had a strong year, reaching the semi-finals in all four majors. Despite Alexander Zverev’s shocking early exit, he remains in third position.
| Rank | Player | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carlos Alcaraz (Spain) | 11,540 |
| 2 | Jannik Sinner (Italy) | 10,780 |
| 3 | Alexander Zverev (Germany) | 5,930 |
| 4 | Novak Djokovic (Serbia) | 4,830 |
| 5 | Taylor Fritz (USA) | 4,675 |
| 6 | Ben Shelton (USA) | 4,280 |
| 7 | Jack Draper (Great Britain) | 3,690 |
| 8 | Alex de Minaur (Australia) | 3,545 |
| 9 | Lorenzo Musetti (Italy) | 3,505 |
| 10 | Karen Khachanov (Russia) | 3,280 |
How are the ATP Rankings Calculated?
The ATP Rankings are based on the points earned by players in official ATP-certified men’s events using a 52-week rolling system. The total points come from only the player’s best 19 results in tournaments in the preceding 52 weeks.
The points are awarded based on how the player performs in the event, how far they advance, and the prestige of the event. The key events include:
- Four Grand Slams
- Eight mandatory ATP Masters 1000s
- Seven ‘Best Other’ results from the ATP Cup, ATP Tour 500, 250, ATP Challenger Tour, or ITF WTT men’s events
The 52-week rolling system provides a continuous evaluation of the player’s performance. As points are awarded for the latest edition of a tournament, points from 52 weeks ago are removed. This ensures that players must meet or exceed their performance to at least maintain their ranking.
Breakdown of ATP Ranking Grand Slam points
The four Grand Slams (Australian Open, French Open, Wimbledon, and US Open) are the highest graded tournaments in the ATP tennis calendar. The points break down as follows:
| Grand Slam Stage | Points |
|---|---|
| Winner | 2,000 |
| Runner-Up | 1,200 |
| Semi-finals | 720 |
| Quarter-finals | 360 |
Conclusion
The updated rankings underline just how quickly the landscape of men’s tennis can shift. Alcaraz’s rise, Sinner’s slip, and the rest of the movement across the Top 10 highlights the impact of the US Open in the year’s final stretch. Towards the end of the year, the ATP Finals are played with the top eight-ranked players competing in the tournament.
Written by: Thillai Ritvik
