Ahead of this year’s US Open, Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner have only reinforced their positions as the best two players in men’s tennis.

Taylor's words bring another light on the thrilling contrast between the two young stars who have dominated men's tennis. Jannik has built his reputation around his relentless week-to-week consistency.

Last year's tournaments were won by Aryna Sabalenka and Jannik Sinner and both will be in action as No. 1 seeds this year. Sabalenka is currently +285 to repeat as champion, second only to Iga Swiatek at +240.