Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka won the US Open titles in 2024, but history suggests they may find it difficult to defend those crowns. The US Open has proven to be the most unpredictable grand slam in recent years, with a diverse range of champions. No men's back-to-back champion has emerged since 2008. Sinner became the 11th different men's winner, while the women's draw has seen only Naomi Osaka repeat as champion since 2014, with a total of nine different winners in the past decade.
Sinner and Sabalenka will face challenges in retaining their crowns, as the US Open has become increasingly competitive and unpredictable over the last decade.
There has not been a back-to-back champion at Flushing Meadows since Federer in 2008, showcasing the difficulty of defending titles at the US Open.
Sinner’s victory made him the 11th different men's winner since 2008, highlighting the unique aspect of this slam with varied champions.
In the women's draw, only Naomi Osaka has won the US Open more than once since 2014, illustrating the unpredictable nature of the tournament.
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