Novak Djokovic continued his impressive streak by defeating Taylor Fritz for the 11th consecutive time, solidifying his place in the US Open semi-finals. The 38-year-old Serbian star is on a quest for a record 25th Grand Slam title, and his latest victory set up a highly anticipated match against Carlos Alcaraz on Friday.
In a gripping match, Djokovic showcased his resilience by saving 10 out of the first 11 break points he faced. He demonstrated his mental fortitude in crucial moments, securing a two-set lead against the American fourth seed. Despite Fritz's determination, which saw him reach last year’s US Open final, he struggled to maintain his momentum. Although he managed to push the match into a fourth set, his performance faltered when serving to stay in contention.
Fritz saved two match points during the final moments but ultimately succumbed to pressure, committing a double fault. Djokovic clinched the match with a final score of 6-4, 7-5, 3-6, 6-4, further extending his dominance over Fritz.
In the women's draw, Aryna Sabalenka advanced to the semi-finals without stepping onto the court, as her opponent, Marketa Vondrousova, withdrew due to an injury. The defending champion Sabalenka is set to face Jessica Pegula in a rematch of last year's US Open final, promising an exciting showdown for tennis fans.
In women's doubles action, Venus Williams and Leylah Fernandez saw their run come to an end. The duo faced a tough challenge against top seeds Taylor Townsend and Katerina Siniakova, who comfortably defeated them in their match. This marks the conclusion of their journey in the women's doubles at the US Open.
As the tournament progresses, all eyes will be on the upcoming semi-finals featuring Djokovic and Alcaraz, and Sabalenka’s clash with Pegula, both of which are expected to be thrilling encounters that could shape the future of this year's US Open.
