<p>Former US Open women's singles champion Naomi Osaka had a great run at the US Open 2025 until home girl Amanda Anisimova ended it in semis on Thursday (Sep 4). The former champ had started the match well by winning the first set but then lost the next two and found herself out of the tournament. This was the first time Osaka was playing in a grand slam semi-final since 2021 also the year she won last of her four slams in Australia Open.</p><h2><strong>Osaka reacts to semis loss vs Anisimova in US Open</strong></h2><p>Osaka, who had earlier made heads turn with her stylish dress, roses in ponytail and Labubu doll, was looking in fine touch when the match against Anisimova started. The first set, though it went into the tie-breaker, was in favour of Osaka, who won it 7(7)-6(4). The second set also went into the tie-breaker but this time the American won it 7(7)-6(3). In the third and decisive set, Osaka seemed to run out of steam as Anisimova took the game, set and match 6-3.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/us-open-final-aryna-sabalenka-vs-amanda-anisimova-head-to-head-record-and-last-five-matches-1757064113608">US Open 2025: Sabalenka vs Anisimova head-to-head record, last five matches</a></p><p>After the loss, Osaka said told reporters: "I don't feel sad, it's really weird. Well, it's not weird because I just feel that I did the best that I could. And, honestly it's kind of inspiring for me because it makes me just want to train and try to get better and hopefully just give it my best shot again and see what happens. I think I can't be mad or upset at myself."</p><h2><strong>Anisimova gets a chance at Wimbledon loss redemption</strong></h2><p>Amanda Anisimova is in her first US Open final, shortly after making it to the maiden Wimbledon final nearly two months back. The American had beaten Sabalenka in the Wimbledon semis to enter the final but lost to eventual winner Iga Swiatek. In US Open, she beat Swiatek in the quarter-final to book a place in semis and now would be hoping to win her maiden grand slam title on Saturday (Sep 7).</p>

Osaka, who had earlier made heads turn with her stylish dress, roses in ponytail and Labubu doll, was looking in fine touch when the match against Anisimova started. She, however, lost the second and third set after winning the first one and her US Open 2025 campaign came to an end.

Former US Open women's singles champion Naomi Osaka had a great run at the US Open 2025 until home girl Amanda Anisimova ended it in semis on Thursday (Sep 4). The former champ had started the match well by winning the first set but then lost the next two and found herself out of the tournament. This was the first time Osaka was playing in a grand slam semi-final since 2021 also the year she won last of her four slams in Australia Open. Osaka reacts to semis loss vs Anisimova in US Open Osaka, who had earlier made heads turn with her stylish dress, roses in ponytail and Labubu doll, was looking in fine touch when the match against Anisimova started. The first set, though it went into the tie-breaker, was in favour of Osaka, who won it 7(7)-6(4). The second set also went into the tie-breaker but this time the American won it 7(7)-6(3). In the third and decisive set, Osaka seemed to run out of steam as Anisimova took the game, set and match 6-3. Also Read - US Open 2025: Sabalenka vs Anisimova head-to-head record, last five matches After the loss, Osaka said told reporters: "I don't feel sad, it's really weird. Well, it's not weird because I just feel that I did the best that I could. And, honestly it's kind of inspiring for me because it makes me just want to train and try to get better and hopefully just give it my best shot again and see what happens. I think I can't be mad or upset at myself." Anisimova gets a chance at Wimbledon loss redemption Amanda Anisimova is in her first US Open final, shortly after making it to the maiden Wimbledon final nearly two months back. The American had beaten Sabalenka in the Wimbledon semis to enter the final but lost to eventual winner Iga Swiatek. In US Open, she beat Swiatek in the quarter-final to book a place in semis and now would be hoping to win her maiden grand slam title on Saturday (Sep 7).

<p>Osaka, who had earlier made heads turn with her stylish dress, roses in ponytail and Labubu doll, was looking in fine touch when the match against Anisimova started. She, however, lost the second and third set after winning the first one and her US Open 2025 campaign came to an end.</p>

Osaka says she 'doesn't feel sad and it's weird' after US Open semis loss vs Anisimova

<p>Defending champion and world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka will take on American star Amanda Anisimova at Arthur Ashe Stadium on Sunday (Sep 7) in the US Open 2025 women's singles final. This exciting match comes just months after their high-stakes battle at Wimbledon, where Anisimova defeated Sabalenka in the semifinals to reach her first final at SW19. Sabalenka will now be looking to avenge that Wimbledon loss, while Anisimova is aiming to make up for her defeat in the final at the All England Club.</p><h2>Tough semi-finals for Aryna and Amanda</h2><p>Earlier, in the US Open semifinals, Aryna Sabalenka came from a set down to defeat No. 4 seed Jessica Pegula in three three-set battle (4-6, 6-4,6-3). Amanda Anisimova also showed great temperament, rallying from a set down to beat Japan’s Naomi Osaka 6-7, 7-6, 6-3 on Arthur Ashe Stadium. With both players coming through tough semifinals, the stage is perfectly set for a thrilling final.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/who-holds-the-record-for-most-consecutive-us-open-mens-singles-titles-1757059573156"><strong>Who holds the record for most consecutive US Open men’s singles titles?</strong></a></p><h2>Head-to-head records</h2><p>Out of their nine total matches, Amanda Anisimova leads the head-to-head against Aryna Sabalenka with a 6–3 record.</p><h2>Last-five encounters</h2><ol><li>In the Wimbledon 2025 semifinals on grass, Amanda Anisimova defeated Aryna Sabalenka in three sets, 6-4, 4-6, 6-4.</li><li>At the 2025 Roland Garros Round of 16, played on clay, Aryna Sabalenka won against Anisimova with a straight-sets victory, 7-5, 6-3.</li><li>In the 2024 Toronto quarterfinals on hard court, Amanda Anisimova beat Sabalenka 6-4, 6-2.</li><li>During the 2024 Australian Open Round of 16, Aryna Sabalenka claimed a solid win over Anisimova, 6-3, 6-2.</li><li>In the 2022 Rome quarterfinals on clay, Sabalenka came from a set down to defeat Anisimova 4-6, 6-3, 6-2.</li></ol><h2>What's at stake for the finals?</h2><p>With the final just around the corner, Sabalenka wants to prove she’s still the queen of New York and is aiming to defend the title, while Anisimova is looking to take her first Grand Slam title after falling just short at Wimbledon.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

As the stage is set for an epic clash at Arthur Ashe Stadium, here’s a look at the head-to-head record and last five meetings between Aryna Sabalenka and Amanda Anisimova.

Defending champion and world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka will take on American star Amanda Anisimova at Arthur Ashe Stadium on Sunday (Sep 7) in the US Open 2025 women's singles final. This exciting match comes just months after their high-stakes battle at Wimbledon, where Anisimova defeated Sabalenka in the semifinals to reach her first final at SW19. Sabalenka will now be looking to avenge that Wimbledon loss, while Anisimova is aiming to make up for her defeat in the final at the All England Club. Tough semi-finals for Aryna and Amanda Earlier, in the US Open semifinals, Aryna Sabalenka came from a set down to defeat No. 4 seed Jessica Pegula in three three-set battle (4-6, 6-4,6-3). Amanda Anisimova also showed great temperament, rallying from a set down to beat Japan’s Naomi Osaka 6-7, 7-6, 6-3 on Arthur Ashe Stadium. With both players coming through tough semifinals, the stage is perfectly set for a thrilling final. Also read | Who holds the record for most consecutive US Open men’s singles titles? Head-to-head records Out of their nine total matches, Amanda Anisimova leads the head-to-head against Aryna Sabalenka with a 6–3 record. Last-five encounters In the Wimbledon 2025 semifinals on grass, Amanda Anisimova defeated Aryna Sabalenka in three sets, 6-4, 4-6, 6-4. At the 2025 Roland Garros Round of 16, played on clay, Aryna Sabalenka won against Anisimova with a straight-sets victory, 7-5, 6-3. In the 2024 Toronto quarterfinals on hard court, Amanda Anisimova beat Sabalenka 6-4, 6-2. During the 2024 Australian Open Round of 16, Aryna Sabalenka claimed a solid win over Anisimova, 6-3, 6-2. In the 2022 Rome quarterfinals on clay, Sabalenka came from a set down to defeat Anisimova 4-6, 6-3, 6-2. What's at stake for the finals? With the final just around the corner, Sabalenka wants to prove she’s still the queen of New York and is aiming to defend the title, while Anisimova is looking to take her first Grand Slam title after falling just short at Wimbledon.

<p>As the stage is set for an epic clash in US Open 2025 women's singles final at Arthur Ashe Stadium, here’s a look at the head-to-head record and last five meetings between Aryna Sabalenka and Amanda Anisimova.</p>

US Open 2025 final: Aryna Sabalenka vs Amanda Anisimova head-to-head record and last five matches

<p>Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka beat Jessica Pegula to enter US Open 2025 women's singles final. Sabalenka, who had won US Open 2024 by beating Pegula in the final, won the semi-final 4-6, 6-3, 6-4. She will now face Amanda Anisimova who beat Naomi Osaka 6(4)-7(7), (7)-6(3), 6-3 to book a place in her maiden US Open final. Sabalenka is one of the favorites to win the title after she lost in the Wimbledon 2025 semis to Anisimova. She had also reached French Open 2025 final but lost to Coco Gauff and had lost the Australia Open 2025 final to Madison Keys.</p><p><strong>Also Read </strong>- <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/djokovic-becoming-guide-to-golfers-on-crowd-handling-and-rory-mcilroy-wants-european-ryder-cup-team-to-learn-1756983696374">McIlroy wants European Ryder Cup team to learn crowd handling from Djokovic</a></p><h2>Anisimova continues dream run</h2><p>America Amanda Anisimova, who had once taken a break from tennis due to mental health, has been on a dream run ever since making a comeback to professional tennis in 2024. While the last year wasn't very fruitful, the American has delivered some great performances since Wimbledon 2025. Anisimova had beaten Sabalenka in the Championship 2025 semis to reach her maiden final but lost 6-0, 6-0 to Iga Swiatek. At US Open 2025, Anisimova avenged her loss by beating Swiatek in the semis and would be hoping to do the same against Sabalenka in the final at the year's last major.</p><h2><strong>Sabalenka aims to break slam final curse</strong></h2><p>The Belarusian, who has reached three out of four grand slam finals this year, will be looking to break the losing streak in the title clash. A win at the Flushing Meadows will make Sabalenka first women's player to defend the US Open title since Serena Williams won it three times consecutively from 2012 to 2014. Sabalenka has won three grand slams in her career and last of it came in US Open 2024. Since then, the 27-year-old has made it to four of the last five grand slams played.</p>

US Open 2025: Aryna Sabaleka beat Jessica Pegula in first women's singles semis to enter the second consecutive final at Flushing Meadows. She will face Amanda Anisimova in the final who beat Naomi Osaka in the second women's singles semi-final.

Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka beat Jessica Pegula to enter US Open 2025 women's singles final. Sabalenka, who had won US Open 2024 by beating Pegula in the final, won the semi-final 4-6, 6-3, 6-4. She will now face Amanda Anisimova who beat Naomi Osaka 6(4)-7(7), (7)-6(3), 6-3 to book a place in her maiden US Open final. Sabalenka is one of the favorites to win the title after she lost in the Wimbledon 2025 semis to Anisimova. She had also reached French Open 2025 final but lost to Coco Gauff and had lost the Australia Open 2025 final to Madison Keys. Also Read - McIlroy wants European Ryder Cup team to learn crowd handling from Djokovic Anisimova continues dream run America Amanda Anisimova, who had once taken a break from tennis due to mental health, has been on a dream run ever since making a comeback to professional tennis in 2024. While the last year wasn't very fruitful, the American has delivered some great performances since Wimbledon 2025. Anisimova had beaten Sabalenka in the Championship 2025 semis to reach her maiden final but lost 6-0, 6-0 to Iga Swiatek. At US Open 2025, Anisimova avenged her loss by beating Swiatek in the semis and would be hoping to do the same against Sabalenka in the final at the year's last major. Sabalenka aims to break slam final curse The Belarusian, who has reached three out of four grand slam finals this year, will be looking to break the losing streak in the title clash. A win at the Flushing Meadows will make Sabalenka first women's player to defend the US Open title since Serena Williams won it three times consecutively from 2012 to 2014. Sabalenka has won three grand slams in her career and last of it came in US Open 2024. Since then, the 27-year-old has made it to four of the last five grand slams played.

<p>US Open 2025: Aryna Sabaleka beat Jessica Pegula in first women's singles semis to enter the second consecutive final at Flushing Meadows. She will face Amanda Anisimova in the final who beat Naomi Osaka in the second women's singles semi-final.</p>

US Open 2025: Anisimova beats Osaka, sets up title clash with Sabalenka

<p>"It's not how many times you get knocked down that counts; it's how many times you get back up." – Vince Lombardi. This quote perfectly describes Amanda Anisimova’s journey from a painful loss at SW19 to a thrilling comeback at Flushing Meadows. Fifty-three days ago, Poland's Iga Swiatek handed Anisimova a crushing defeat, winning 6-0, 6-0 (a rare double bagel) in the Wimbledon final. The loss was tough, and Anisimova admits it left her feeling down. "I was devastated, especially because I know how much people paid to watch that match," she said, reflecting on the disappointment. But instead of letting it define her, she used that setback as the path to her comeback. At the US Open 2025, Anisimova turned the tables, defeating Swiatek 6-4, 6-3 in the quarter-finals and avenging her earlier defeat.</p><h2>What helped her in defeating Iga Swiatek?</h2><p>Anisimova’s victory wasn’t just about playing better; it was about learning from her loss, growing mentally stronger, and pushing through challenges. She rewatched the Wimbledon final and used it as motivation. "It was painful, but I watched it to see what I could avoid," she said. “Then, after, I had to watch some good highlights to remove that from my brain.”, Anisimova said at the post-match presentation.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/5-greatest-male-tennis-players-of-all-time-federer-at-no-3-check-who-tops-the-list-1752827030736"><strong>5 greatest male tennis players of all time: Federer at no. 3, check who tops the list</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This approach was new for Anisimova, who admits she wouldn’t have handled such losses so well in the past. "A few years ago, I would have blamed myself more or held on to the guilt for longer," she confessed. But after taking a break for her mental health, her attitude towards setbacks has changed.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“I made a point to myself, and maybe to others, that if you put out a positive mindset, you can achieve a positive outcome.” Her win against Swiatek is a true tale of resilience.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Now, she’ll face Naomi Osaka in the semi-finals, a showdown that promises even more excitement.</p>

In just 53 days, Amanda Anisimova experienced two drastically different emotions while facing Iga Swiatek. At Wimbledon, Swiatek delivered a dominant performance, leaving Anisimova devastated. But at the US Open 2025, Anisimova made an incredible comeback, avenging her earlier defeat.

"It's not how many times you get knocked down that counts; it's how many times you get back up." – Vince Lombardi. This quote perfectly describes Amanda Anisimova’s journey from a painful loss at SW19 to a thrilling comeback at Flushing Meadows. Fifty-three days ago, Poland's Iga Swiatek handed Anisimova a crushing defeat, winning 6-0, 6-0 (a rare double bagel) in the Wimbledon final. The loss was tough, and Anisimova admits it left her feeling down. "I was devastated, especially because I know how much people paid to watch that match," she said, reflecting on the disappointment. But instead of letting it define her, she used that setback as the path to her comeback. At the US Open 2025, Anisimova turned the tables, defeating Swiatek 6-4, 6-3 in the quarter-finals and avenging her earlier defeat. What helped her in defeating Iga Swiatek? Anisimova’s victory wasn’t just about playing better; it was about learning from her loss, growing mentally stronger, and pushing through challenges. She rewatched the Wimbledon final and used it as motivation. "It was painful, but I watched it to see what I could avoid," she said. “Then, after, I had to watch some good highlights to remove that from my brain.”, Anisimova said at the post-match presentation. Also read | 5 greatest male tennis players of all time: Federer at no. 3, check who tops the list This approach was new for Anisimova, who admits she wouldn’t have handled such losses so well in the past. "A few years ago, I would have blamed myself more or held on to the guilt for longer," she confessed. But after taking a break for her mental health, her attitude towards setbacks has changed. “I made a point to myself, and maybe to others, that if you put out a positive mindset, you can achieve a positive outcome.” Her win against Swiatek is a true tale of resilience. Now, she’ll face Naomi Osaka in the semi-finals, a showdown that promises even more excitement.

<p>In just 53 days, Amanda Anisimova experienced two drastically different emotions while facing Iga Swiatek. At Wimbledon, Swiatek delivered a dominant performance, leaving Anisimova devastated. But at the US Open 2025, Anisimova made an incredible comeback, avenging her earlier defeat.</p>

How re-watching Wimbledon final fuelled Amanda Anisimova's victory over Iga Swiatek

<p>Wimbledon 2025 champions Iga Swiatek was subjected to a sweet revenge when Amanda Anisimova, her opponent in Wimbledon final 2025, beat the Polish player for a place in US Open 2025 women's single semis on Wednesday (Sep 3). &nbsp;Anisimova beat Swiatek 6-4, 6-3 and finally found a closure in her 6-0, 6-0 loss loss at the Championship final not so long ago. Swiatek, while talking to reporters after loss, did acknowledge her opponent's skills but almost lashed out at one of the press member over a mental-health break question. &nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Swiatek vs Reporter on mental health break</strong></h2><p>The Polish player was visibly not okay with the suggestion of a mental health break after the loss and here's how her conversation went through with the reporter:</p><p><strong>Reporter:</strong> How tired are you at the moment?</p><p><strong>Swiatek:</strong> Well, I don’t know. It’s not like my matches were exhausting here.</p><p><strong>Also Read </strong>- <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/sinner-vs-musetti-us-open-2025-defending-champion-sets-up-felix-auger-aliassime-semi-final-1756959114696">Sinner vs Musetti US Open 2025: Defending champion sets up Felix Auger-Aliassime semi-final</a></p><p><strong>Reporter:</strong> Do you feel like a mental break? I'm not talking about the loss as such.</p><p><strong>Swiatek:</strong> Why would you say that?</p><p><strong>Reporter:</strong> Just wondered. It's just a lot in a row. Do you look forward to a break?</p><p><strong>Swiatek:</strong> You look like you need a mental break.</p><p><strong>Reporter:</strong> I do, yeah.</p><p><strong>Swiatek:</strong> Well, then what are you doing here?</p><p>The conversation ended with the reporter saying he'd have to be here in New York till the end of the tournament.</p>

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<h2><strong>Swiatek acknowledges Anisimova for win</strong></h2><p>The Polish player was also about how she felt losing to a player whom she had beaten 6-0, 6-0 merely two months ago, to which she replied: “Well, it didn’t really matter for me. I think everybody knows how Amanda can play. Yeah, she didn’t play well in Wimbledon, but it’s not like she’s always going to make the same mistakes or feel the same. No, I know that she’s a good player."</p><p>Anisimova now faces Japanese Naomi Osaka in women's singles semis to try and find a place in her second consecutive grand slam final.</p>

Amanda Anisimova took her Wimbledon 2025 final loss revenge as she beat Iga Swiatek for a place in US Open 2025 women's singles semis. After the loss, Iga was asked about if she felt a need for mental health break to which the Polish player snapped.

Wimbledon 2025 champions Iga Swiatek was subjected to a sweet revenge when Amanda Anisimova, her opponent in Wimbledon final 2025, beat the Polish player for a place in US Open 2025 women's single semis on Wednesday (Sep 3). Anisimova beat Swiatek 6-4, 6-3 and finally found a closure in her 6-0, 6-0 loss loss at the Championship final not so long ago. Swiatek, while talking to reporters after loss, did acknowledge her opponent's skills but almost lashed out at one of the press member over a mental-health break question. Swiatek vs Reporter on mental health break The Polish player was visibly not okay with the suggestion of a mental health break after the loss and here's how her conversation went through with the reporter: Reporter: How tired are you at the moment? Swiatek: Well, I don’t know. It’s not like my matches were exhausting here. Also Read - Sinner vs Musetti US Open 2025: Defending champion sets up Felix Auger-Aliassime semi-final Reporter: Do you feel like a mental break? I'm not talking about the loss as such. Swiatek: Why would you say that? Reporter: Just wondered. It's just a lot in a row. Do you look forward to a break? Swiatek: You look like you need a mental break. Reporter: I do, yeah. Swiatek: Well, then what are you doing here? The conversation ended with the reporter saying he'd have to be here in New York till the end of the tournament.

<p>Amanda Anisimova took her Wimbledon 2025 final loss revenge as she beat Iga Swiatek for a place in US Open 2025 women's singles semis. After the loss, Iga was asked about if she felt a need for mental health break to which the Polish player snapped.</p>

Swiatek snaps on 'mental health break' suggestion after Anisimova gets Wimbledon final revenge - WATCH

<p>Italian Jannik Sinner beat countryman Lorenzo Musetti 6-1, 6-4, 6-2 in straight sets to enter the US Open 2025 semi-final. The defending champion became only the second player after Novak Djokovic to reach all the four grand slam semis this year. In two of the previous three semis (French Open and Wimbledon 2024), Sinner had beaten Djokovic to advance to the title match but this time he'll be facing Felix Auger-Aliassime from Canada. Sinner's opponent has 1-3 lead in head to head matches - a rarity for a player of Sinner's skills and performance so far.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/us-open-2025-sabalenka-gets-pegula-and-anisimova-faces-osaka-in-womens-singles-semis-1756958000092">US Open 2025: Sabalenka gets Pegula and Anisimova faces Osaka in women's singles semis</a></p><h2><strong>Sinner shatters record books in win over Musetti</strong></h2><p>The Italian has dropped only one set on his way to the penultimate match of the year's last major tournament. In his latest win, Sinner broke multiple records including becoming the joint-most successful Italian along with Nicola Pietrangeli for most grand slam matches won at 86 wins.</p><p>Sinner is now also the second youngest behind a 22-year-old Rafael Nadal in 2008 to reach last four stage of all grand slams in a year. Aged 24 years and 18 days, Sinner is also the youngest to record most wins in a grand slams in a season - 25. He went past Mats Wilder for the record who had rakes up 24 wins in 1988 season aged 24 years, 20 days.</p><h2><strong>Sinner joins Novak Djokovic in elite list</strong></h2><p>The Italian's win against compatriot Musetti was his 26th on hard court this season and with that he joined Novak Djokovic as well as Ivan Lendl for the longest win streak. Sinner currently is third on the list behind all-time greats Djokovic (27 hard court wins in a season) and Roger Federer (40 wins).</p><p>If Sinner manages to reach the final, he'll face either Carlos Alacarz or Djokovic and he had defeated both of them in Wimbledon 2025 near two months ago to win the title.&nbsp;</p>

US Open 2025: Defending champions Jannik Sinner beat Lorenzo Musetti to set up men's singles semi-final against Canadian Felix Auger-Aliassime in a bid to win his second consecutive grand slam.

Italian Jannik Sinner beat countryman Lorenzo Musetti 6-1, 6-4, 6-2 in straight sets to enter the US Open 2025 semi-final. The defending champion became only the second player after Novak Djokovic to reach all the four grand slam semis this year. In two of the previous three semis (French Open and Wimbledon 2024), Sinner had beaten Djokovic to advance to the title match but this time he'll be facing Felix Auger-Aliassime from Canada. Sinner's opponent has 1-3 lead in head to head matches - a rarity for a player of Sinner's skills and performance so far. Also Read - US Open 2025: Sabalenka gets Pegula and Anisimova faces Osaka in women's singles semis Sinner shatters record books in win over Musetti The Italian has dropped only one set on his way to the penultimate match of the year's last major tournament. In his latest win, Sinner broke multiple records including becoming the joint-most successful Italian along with Nicola Pietrangeli for most grand slam matches won at 86 wins. Sinner is now also the second youngest behind a 22-year-old Rafael Nadal in 2008 to reach last four stage of all grand slams in a year. Aged 24 years and 18 days, Sinner is also the youngest to record most wins in a grand slams in a season - 25. He went past Mats Wilder for the record who had rakes up 24 wins in 1988 season aged 24 years, 20 days. Sinner joins Novak Djokovic in elite list The Italian's win against compatriot Musetti was his 26th on hard court this season and with that he joined Novak Djokovic as well as Ivan Lendl for the longest win streak. Sinner currently is third on the list behind all-time greats Djokovic (27 hard court wins in a season) and Roger Federer (40 wins). If Sinner manages to reach the final, he'll face either Carlos Alacarz or Djokovic and he had defeated both of them in Wimbledon 2025 near two months ago to win the title.

<p>US Open 2025: Defending champions Jannik Sinner beat Lorenzo Musetti to set up men's singles semi-final against Canadian Felix Auger-Aliassime in a bid to win his second consecutive grand slam.</p>

Sinner vs Musetti US Open 2025: Defending champion sets up Felix Auger-Aliassime semi-final

<p>Reigning US Open champion Aryna Sabalenka takes on home hope Jessica Pegula in the semi-finals Thursday, with Naomi Osaka meeting Amanda Anisimova in an intriguing last-four encounter. Sabalenka beat Pegula in the 2024 final in New York but the undisputed women's number one is yet to add to her Grand Slam collection this year, losing in two finals.</p><p><strong>Also Read </strong>- <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/chris-froome-injury-news-four-time-tour-de-france-winner-suffered-tear-near-heart-in-crash-reveals-wife-1756896436216">Chris Froome Injury: Cyclist suffered 'tear near heart' in crash, reveals wife</a></p><p>Osaka is playing her best tennis since returning to the tour last year after giving birth to her daughter, while Anisimova is being rewarded for a fearless approach that saw her avenge a humiliating Wimbledon final defeat by Iga Swiatek.</p><p>AFP Sport takes a look at the day's two semi-finals (x denotes seeding):</p><h2><strong>Aryna Sabalenka v Jessica Pegula</strong></h2><p>Sabalenka should have the benefit of being well rested after three days off following a quarter-final walkover as a result of Marketa Vondrousova's withdrawal.</p><p>The Belarusian hasn't dropped a set en route to her fifth straight US Open semi-final and is relishing the pressure that comes with being the top seed.</p><p>"I'm enjoying being world number one. I'm enjoying this pressure. I'm working really hard to be where I am," said Sabalenka.</p><p>"For me, it's a fun life if you're really enjoying your job."</p><p>Sabalenka has won seven of nine meetings with Pegula, including both at Grand Slams.</p><p>She beat the American 7-5, 7-5 in last year's US Open final to capture the most recent of her three majors.</p><p>"It would be cool to be able to get revenge, obviously," said Pegula, set to face her first seeded Grand Slam opponent in 2025.</p><p>"I didn't even remember it being that close, which was kind of funny, because I think after the final I was just so, like, wow, we should be in a third set right now."</p><p>"I was very, like -- there's so many things... I could have done better."</p><h2><strong>Amanda Anisimova v Naomi Osaka</strong></h2><p>It has been a long, winding road back towards the top for both Anisimova and Osaka.</p><p>A French Open semi-finalist at 17, Anisimova took an eight-month break from tennis in 2023 after suffering with depression brought on by the scrutiny and expectations that came with being a teen prodigy.</p><p>She dropped outside the top 400 last year but broke into the top 10 for the first time after her run to the Wimbledon final two months ago.</p><p>There was little cause for celebration though after a 6-0, 6-0 pasting by Swiatek. However, she avenged that loss on Wednesday by ousting the second-seeded Pole -- and now has a resurgent Osaka in her sights.</p><p>"I feel like she's really found her groove. She's put in a lot of work this past year. I've observed it, and I've seen it," Anisimova said of Osaka.</p><p>"I feel like she's really found her momentum here."</p><p>Osaka is enjoying her best run at a major since winning her second Australian Open title in 2021 -- the last of her four major crowns.</p><p>Her record at the business end of Grand Slams is not up for debate. She has claimed the trophy each time she has made it to the quarter-final stage, triumphing twice at Flushing Meadows.</p><p>That will be put to the test by Anisimova, "one of the most talented players on tour," in the eyes of Osaka.</p><p>"I think no one wants to see her name next to theirs."</p>

US Open: Defending champions Aryna Sabalenka faces Jessic Pegula while Japanese Naomi Osaka takes on home girl Amanda Anisiomova in women's singles semis at the year's last major in New York.

Reigning US Open champion Aryna Sabalenka takes on home hope Jessica Pegula in the semi-finals Thursday, with Naomi Osaka meeting Amanda Anisimova in an intriguing last-four encounter. Sabalenka beat Pegula in the 2024 final in New York but the undisputed women's number one is yet to add to her Grand Slam collection this year, losing in two finals. Also Read - Chris Froome Injury: Cyclist suffered 'tear near heart' in crash, reveals wife Osaka is playing her best tennis since returning to the tour last year after giving birth to her daughter, while Anisimova is being rewarded for a fearless approach that saw her avenge a humiliating Wimbledon final defeat by Iga Swiatek. AFP Sport takes a look at the day's two semi-finals (x denotes seeding): Aryna Sabalenka v Jessica Pegula Sabalenka should have the benefit of being well rested after three days off following a quarter-final walkover as a result of Marketa Vondrousova's withdrawal. The Belarusian hasn't dropped a set en route to her fifth straight US Open semi-final and is relishing the pressure that comes with being the top seed. "I'm enjoying being world number one. I'm enjoying this pressure. I'm working really hard to be where I am," said Sabalenka. "For me, it's a fun life if you're really enjoying your job." Sabalenka has won seven of nine meetings with Pegula, including both at Grand Slams. She beat the American 7-5, 7-5 in last year's US Open final to capture the most recent of her three majors. "It would be cool to be able to get revenge, obviously," said Pegula, set to face her first seeded Grand Slam opponent in 2025. "I didn't even remember it being that close, which was kind of funny, because I think after the final I was just so, like, wow, we should be in a third set right now." "I was very, like -- there's so many things... I could have done better." Amanda Anisimova v Naomi Osaka It has been a long, winding road back towards the top for both Anisimova and Osaka. A French Open semi-finalist at 17, Anisimova took an eight-month break from tennis in 2023 after suffering with depression brought on by the scrutiny and expectations that came with being a teen prodigy. She dropped outside the top 400 last year but broke into the top 10 for the first time after her run to the Wimbledon final two months ago. There was little cause for celebration though after a 6-0, 6-0 pasting by Swiatek. However, she avenged that loss on Wednesday by ousting the second-seeded Pole -- and now has a resurgent Osaka in her sights. "I feel like she's really found her groove. She's put in a lot of work this past year. I've observed it, and I've seen it," Anisimova said of Osaka. "I feel like she's really found her momentum here." Osaka is enjoying her best run at a major since winning her second Australian Open title in 2021 -- the last of her four major crowns. Her record at the business end of Grand Slams is not up for debate. She has claimed the trophy each time she has made it to the quarter-final stage, triumphing twice at Flushing Meadows. That will be put to the test by Anisimova, "one of the most talented players on tour," in the eyes of Osaka. "I think no one wants to see her name next to theirs."

<p>US Open: Defending champions Aryna Sabalenka faces Jessic Pegula while Japanese Naomi Osaka takes on home girl Amanda Anisiomova in women's singles semis at the year's last major in New York.</p>

US Open 2025: Sabalenka gets Pegula and Anisimova faces Osaka in women's singles semis

<p>Novak Djokovic is a passionate player and he, sometimes, can become emotionally involved while playing a match. The same emotions were on display during his quarter-final win against Taylor Fritz at Arthur Ashe stadium in US Open 2025 on Tuesday (Sep 2). Djokovic, during the third set which he lost in the match, seemed to have not taken the crowd cheering for local boy Fritz and called out the chair umpire for not being able to control the crowd. The 38-year-old Serbian, however, won the match 6-3, 7-5, 3-6, 6-4 to reach the record-equaling 14th US Open semi-final of his magnificent career.</p><h2><strong>Djokovic gets angry during Fritz match</strong></h2><p>The incident happened early in the third set with Fritz leading the 2-1. The players were at deuce when the American got the advantage by winning a point. The crowd at the stadium went in a frenzy and let their support known with loud cheers for Fritz. Djokovic, visibly frustrated, walked up to the chair umpire and blamed him for not being able to control the crowd. In a video doing round on social media, he could be heard saying: "What are you going to do? All you say is thank you, please, thank you please." Have a look at the video below:</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Djokovic asking the umpire to do something about the crowd making noise while he’s trying to serve in his match against Fritz at U.S. Open<br><br>Novak: “What are you gonna do?” <br><br>Umpire: “It’s not gonna help Novak” <a href="https://t.co/ukR100mLGj">pic.twitter.com/ukR100mLGj</a></p>&mdash; The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) <a href="https://twitter.com/TheTennisLetter/status/1963069018316931369?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 3, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>The Serbian, however, kept the business from his end going and didn't let the third set loss affect him. He went on to win the fourth set and eventually the match to set up a semi-final against Carlos Alcaraz in his quest for the record 25th grand slam title.</p><h2><strong>Djokovic hope for fit body for potential five-setter in semis</strong></h2><p>The 38-yer-old, after the win, predicted a potential five-setter in the semis against Spaniard Alcaraz and hoped that his body stays fit for the marathon game.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/who-is-morgan-riddle-taylor-frtiz-girlfriend-steals-show-with-squat-and-slay-pose-at-us-open-2025-1756878625064">Who is Morgan Riddle - Frtiz's girlfriend does viral 'Squat and Slay' at US Open</a></p><p>"Would love to be fit enough to play and to play, you know, potentially five sets with Carlos. I know that my best tennis is going to be required, but I'd rise to the occasion," he said after the win.</p><p>Djokovic has lost his last two grand slam semis to Jannik Sinner and had retired with injury in the Australia Open 2025 semi-final against Alexander Zverev. He last faced Alcaraz in Wimbledon 2024 final and had lost in straight sets. Djokovic's last grand slam win was 2023 US Open and he'd be looking to repeat it to achieve what's never been done by any tennis player.</p>

Novak Djokovic got angry at chair umpire for not being able to the crowd after loud cheers for his opponent and local boy Taylor Fritz in the US Open men's singles quarter-final on Tuesday (Sep 2).

Novak Djokovic is a passionate player and he, sometimes, can become emotionally involved while playing a match. The same emotions were on display during his quarter-final win against Taylor Fritz at Arthur Ashe stadium in US Open 2025 on Tuesday (Sep 2). Djokovic, during the third set which he lost in the match, seemed to have not taken the crowd cheering for local boy Fritz and called out the chair umpire for not being able to control the crowd. The 38-year-old Serbian, however, won the match 6-3, 7-5, 3-6, 6-4 to reach the record-equaling 14th US Open semi-final of his magnificent career. Djokovic gets angry during Fritz match The incident happened early in the third set with Fritz leading the 2-1. The players were at deuce when the American got the advantage by winning a point. The crowd at the stadium went in a frenzy and let their support known with loud cheers for Fritz. Djokovic, visibly frustrated, walked up to the chair umpire and blamed him for not being able to control the crowd. In a video doing round on social media, he could be heard saying: "What are you going to do? All you say is thank you, please, thank you please." Have a look at the video below:

<p>Novak Djokovic got angry at chair umpire for not being able to the crowd after loud cheers for his opponent and local boy Taylor Fritz in the US Open men's singles quarter-final on Tuesday (Sep 2).</p>

Djokovic gets angry at chair umpire after loud cheer for local boy Taylor Fritz in US Open - WATCH

<p>Taylor Fritz was the last standing American at the ongoing US Open 2025 after Round of 16. The American, however, came across a determined Novak Djokovic in the quarter-final where his run was ended with a 3-6, 5-7, 6-3, 4-6 loss. Fritz may have lost his US Open QF match but his girlfriend and fashion influence Morgan Riddle has been quite a sensation while supporting him from the stands. In her latest move, Riddle has gone viral for 'Squat and Slay' pose at the US Open. Riddle is on her quest to make 'tennis cool again.' Well, she has at least made it viral.</p><h2><strong>Who is Taylor Fritz's girlfriend Morgan Riddle</strong></h2><p>Riddle is a 27-year-old fashion influencer with nearly 600,000 followers on TikTok and another 450,000 on Instagram. She hails from Minnesota and attended Wagner College in New York. She has been quite famous on social media ever and Wimbledon organizers roped her in for 'tenniscore' campaign in 2025.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/djokovic-vs-alcaraz-in-us-open-2025-semis-serbian-beats-taylor-fritz-in-qf-to-equal-jimmy-connors-record-1756874554664">Djokovic vs Alcaraz in US Open 2025 semis - Serbian beats Taylor Fritz in QF to equal Jimmy Connors record</a></p><p>Explaining the campaign, Riddle said in one of her videos: "Tenniscore isn’t just about pleated skirts and vintage polos. It’s about aspirational minimalism with a competitive edge."</p><h2><strong>What is Riddle's 'Squat and Slay' challenge</strong></h2><p>In her latest move, Riddle, during Taylor Fritz vs Novak Djokovic match in Flushing Meadows, was seen balancing herself in squat position while wearing really big heels. She posted a video of the pose on her Instagram story as well. Have a look at the photo of the pose below:</p>

Morgan Riddle posing at US Open 2025

<h2><strong>How does Riddle handle being Fritz's girlfriend</strong></h2><p>Riddle met Fritz on a dating app Raya and has been dating the American tennis player for five years now. The New York Times had describe Riddle as 'Most Famous Woman in Men's Tennis' in 2023 and that may be true but not everyone is a fan of her work. In a recent interview to Vouge, Riddle admitted: "I get DMs from really angry Republican women who like tennis, but it’s not a loss in my mind. I wouldn’t be friends with them in real life.”</p><p>Being a WAG (Wife And Girlfriend), Riddle acknowledged 'negativity' around the title as well: "I see misogynist comments—always from idiot men. I do think there’s more visibility on what girls are doing outside of just attending their partners’ matches.”</p>

US Open 2025: Morgan Riddle is going viral for ‘Squat in Slay’ pose in high heels during his boyfriend Taylor Fritz's QF match against Serbian Novak Djokovic. 

Taylor Fritz was the last standing American at the ongoing US Open 2025 after Round of 16. The American, however, came across a determined Novak Djokovic in the quarter-final where his run was ended with a 3-6, 5-7, 6-3, 4-6 loss. Fritz may have lost his US Open QF match but his girlfriend and fashion influence Morgan Riddle has been quite a sensation while supporting him from the stands. In her latest move, Riddle has gone viral for 'Squat and Slay' pose at the US Open. Riddle is on her quest to make 'tennis cool again.' Well, she has at least made it viral. Who is Taylor Fritz's girlfriend Morgan Riddle Riddle is a 27-year-old fashion influencer with nearly 600,000 followers on TikTok and another 450,000 on Instagram. She hails from Minnesota and attended Wagner College in New York. She has been quite famous on social media ever and Wimbledon organizers roped her in for 'tenniscore' campaign in 2025. Also Read - Djokovic vs Alcaraz in US Open 2025 semis - Serbian beats Taylor Fritz in QF to equal Jimmy Connors record Explaining the campaign, Riddle said in one of her videos: "Tenniscore isn’t just about pleated skirts and vintage polos. It’s about aspirational minimalism with a competitive edge." What is Riddle's 'Squat and Slay' challenge In her latest move, Riddle, during Taylor Fritz vs Novak Djokovic match in Flushing Meadows, was seen balancing herself in squat position while wearing really big heels. She posted a video of the pose on her Instagram story as well. Have a look at the photo of the pose below:

<p>US Open 2025: Morgan Riddle is going viral for ‘Squat in Slay’ pose in high heels during his boyfriend Taylor Fritz's QF match against Serbian Novak Djokovic.&nbsp;</p>

Taylor Frtiz's girlfriend Morgan Riddle steals show with 'Squat and Slay' pose at US Open - Who is she

<p>Novak Djokovic is looking hungry for his record 25th grand slam and has entered the semi-final of the ongoing US Open 2025. The 38-year-old, who has lost twice in semis and withdrew once with injury in previous three majors, would be hoping to break the curse this time. The last time Djokovic won a grand slam, it was on the same court in 2023 US Open. Djokovic will face Carlos Alcaraz in the last four - first time in majors this year. Both his losses in semis in 2024 grand slams came against Italian Jannik Sinner - in French Open and Wimbledon 2024.</p><h2><strong>Djokovic sets up Alcaraz semis in US Open 2025</strong></h2><p>The Serbian meant complete business during his quarter-final match against American Taylor Fritz and took the opening set 6-3. The second set went to distance but Djokovic clinched it 7-5. Fritz, looking to stay alive in the match, won the third set rather comfortably with 3-6. In the fourth set, Djokovic showed his experience and skills to take it 6-4 and advanced to the semis. He will face Spain's Carlos Alcaraz in the semi-final and would hope to avenge Wimbledon 2024 final loss where Djokovic lost in straight sets to the Spaniard.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/us-open-ceo-hat-stealing-incident-swiatek-admits-wanting-rafa-s-sweaty-towels-as-kid-1756810925924">US Open CEO hat stealing incident: Swiatek admits wanting 'Rafa's sweaty towels as kid'</a></p><h2><strong>Djokovic creates another US Open record</strong></h2><p>The 38-year-old has been on the tennis circuit for so long that he ends up creating a new record every time he reaches the QF or advance stage. With his latest berth in US Open 2025, Djokovic has equaled Jimmy Connors' long-standing record of 14 US Open semis - the most in history. This is also the seventh time he has reached the semis of all four grand slams in a year.</p><p>Djokovic, for whom time is running out fast, would hope the break the semis curse at one of his favourite tennis courts at US Open, and win his 25th major title come Sunday (Sep 7).</p>

US Open 2025: Novak Djokovic, who lost previous two grand slam semis to Jannik Sinner, will face Carlos Alcaraz in New York after beating Taylor Fritz 6-3, 7-5, 3-6, 6-4 in quarter-final. 

Novak Djokovic is looking hungry for his record 25th grand slam and has entered the semi-final of the ongoing US Open 2025. The 38-year-old, who has lost twice in semis and withdrew once with injury in previous three majors, would be hoping to break the curse this time. The last time Djokovic won a grand slam, it was on the same court in 2023 US Open. Djokovic will face Carlos Alcaraz in the last four - first time in majors this year. Both his losses in semis in 2024 grand slams came against Italian Jannik Sinner - in French Open and Wimbledon 2024. Djokovic sets up Alcaraz semis in US Open 2025 The Serbian meant complete business during his quarter-final match against American Taylor Fritz and took the opening set 6-3. The second set went to distance but Djokovic clinched it 7-5. Fritz, looking to stay alive in the match, won the third set rather comfortably with 3-6. In the fourth set, Djokovic showed his experience and skills to take it 6-4 and advanced to the semis. He will face Spain's Carlos Alcaraz in the semi-final and would hope to avenge Wimbledon 2024 final loss where Djokovic lost in straight sets to the Spaniard. Also Read - US Open CEO hat stealing incident: Swiatek admits wanting 'Rafa's sweaty towels as kid' Djokovic creates another US Open record The 38-year-old has been on the tennis circuit for so long that he ends up creating a new record every time he reaches the QF or advance stage. With his latest berth in US Open 2025, Djokovic has equaled Jimmy Connors' long-standing record of 14 US Open semis - the most in history. This is also the seventh time he has reached the semis of all four grand slams in a year. Djokovic, for whom time is running out fast, would hope the break the semis curse at one of his favourite tennis courts at US Open, and win his 25th major title come Sunday (Sep 7).

<p>US Open 2025: Novak Djokovic, who lost previous two grand slam semis to Jannik Sinner, will face Carlos Alcaraz in New York after beating Taylor Fritz 6-3, 7-5, 3-6, 6-4 in quarter-final.&nbsp;</p>

Djokovic vs Alcaraz in US Open 2025 semis - Serbian beats Taylor Fritz in QF to equal Jimmy Connors record

<p>Carlos Alcaraz powered into the US Open semi-finals to set up a potential showdown with Novak Djokovic on Tuesday as reigning women's champion Aryna Sabalenka was handed a walkover into the last four. Alcaraz needed just one hour and 56 minutes to seal a convincing 6-4, 6-2, 6-4 defeat of Czech 20th seed Jiri Lehecka on the Arthur Ashe Stadium court.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/us-open-ceo-hat-stealing-incident-swiatek-admits-wanting-rafa-s-sweaty-towels-as-kid-1756810925924">US Open CEO hat stealing incident: Swiatek admits wanting 'Rafa's sweaty towels as kid'</a></p><p>The Spanish second seed could now face a blockbuster semi-final against 24-time Grand Slam champion Djokovic, who takes on American fourth seed Taylor Fritz in Tuesday's other quarter-final.</p><p>Alcaraz could reclaim the world number one ranking with a victorious campaign in New York, a fact he is trying not to dwell on.</p><p>"Every time I step onto the court I try not to think about it," he said. "If I think about the number one spot too much I think I'm going to put pressure on myself and I don't want to do that."</p><p>Alcaraz has not dropped a set during a relentless march into the semi-finals and was once again in complete control against Lehecka.</p><p>The 22-year-old -- who won the first of his five Grand Slam singles title at Flushing Meadows in 2022 -- broke Lehecka in the opening game before wrapping up the first set with ease.</p><p>Alcaraz, efficient on his own serve in the first set, then raced away with the second set, breaking Lehecka to take a 5-2 lead before holding to take a 2-0 advantage.</p><p>The third set went with serve until the ninth game, when Lehecka smacked a straightforward forehand long at 30-40 down and was broken for the fourth time in the match.</p><p>That left Alcaraz serving for the match, and he duly held to love, sealing his win with a scorching forehand into the corner.</p><h2><strong>Sabalenka walkover</strong></h2><p>In the women's draw on Tuesday, world number one and defending champion Sabalenka moved into the semi-finals without needing to set foot on court after Czech quarter-final opponent Marketa Vondrousova pulled out with an injury.</p><p>Sabalenka, bidding to become the first woman to successfully defend the US Open since Serena Williams completed a hat-trick of titles in 2014, extended sympathy to Vondrousova, the 2023 Wimbledon champion.</p><p>"So sorry for Marketa after all she's been through. She has been playing amazing tennis and I know how badly this must hurt for her," said Sabalenka, who has now reached the US Open semi-finals or better for five tournaments in a row.</p><p>Vondrousova's withdrawal sets up a repeat of last year's US Open final in the last four, with Sabalenka facing American fourth seed Jessica Pegula on Thursday.</p><p>Pegula reached the semi-finals earlier on Tuesday after a 6-3, 6-3 defeat of unseeded Czech Barbora Krejcikova.</p><p>Pegula entered the US Open on the back of a dismal run of form that had seen her make early exits at WTA tournaments in Washington, Montreal and Cincinnati.</p><p>But she has rediscovered her confidence while moving stealthily through the rounds at New York, albeit against a series of unseeded opponents.</p><p>"I think I've been playing some really good tennis," Pegula said after completing a 1hr 26min victory.</p><p>"It's crazy to feel this comfortable on the biggest court in the world with the craziest crowd and the best players. It's something that 10 years ago I never thought I'd be good at this but I guess I am."</p><p>Pegula said she is welcoming the chance to avenge last year's final defeat to Sabalenka.</p><p>"I think it would be cool to be able to get revenge, obviously," she said.</p>

US Open 2025: Spain's Carlos Alcaraz has entered the semis in the year's last major without dropping a set while Aryna Sabalenka was given a walkover after her opponent Marketa Vondrousova pulled out with injury.

Carlos Alcaraz powered into the US Open semi-finals to set up a potential showdown with Novak Djokovic on Tuesday as reigning women's champion Aryna Sabalenka was handed a walkover into the last four. Alcaraz needed just one hour and 56 minutes to seal a convincing 6-4, 6-2, 6-4 defeat of Czech 20th seed Jiri Lehecka on the Arthur Ashe Stadium court. Also Read - US Open CEO hat stealing incident: Swiatek admits wanting 'Rafa's sweaty towels as kid' The Spanish second seed could now face a blockbuster semi-final against 24-time Grand Slam champion Djokovic, who takes on American fourth seed Taylor Fritz in Tuesday's other quarter-final. Alcaraz could reclaim the world number one ranking with a victorious campaign in New York, a fact he is trying not to dwell on. "Every time I step onto the court I try not to think about it," he said. "If I think about the number one spot too much I think I'm going to put pressure on myself and I don't want to do that." Alcaraz has not dropped a set during a relentless march into the semi-finals and was once again in complete control against Lehecka. The 22-year-old -- who won the first of his five Grand Slam singles title at Flushing Meadows in 2022 -- broke Lehecka in the opening game before wrapping up the first set with ease. Alcaraz, efficient on his own serve in the first set, then raced away with the second set, breaking Lehecka to take a 5-2 lead before holding to take a 2-0 advantage. The third set went with serve until the ninth game, when Lehecka smacked a straightforward forehand long at 30-40 down and was broken for the fourth time in the match. That left Alcaraz serving for the match, and he duly held to love, sealing his win with a scorching forehand into the corner. Sabalenka walkover In the women's draw on Tuesday, world number one and defending champion Sabalenka moved into the semi-finals without needing to set foot on court after Czech quarter-final opponent Marketa Vondrousova pulled out with an injury. Sabalenka, bidding to become the first woman to successfully defend the US Open since Serena Williams completed a hat-trick of titles in 2014, extended sympathy to Vondrousova, the 2023 Wimbledon champion. "So sorry for Marketa after all she's been through. She has been playing amazing tennis and I know how badly this must hurt for her," said Sabalenka, who has now reached the US Open semi-finals or better for five tournaments in a row. Vondrousova's withdrawal sets up a repeat of last year's US Open final in the last four, with Sabalenka facing American fourth seed Jessica Pegula on Thursday. Pegula reached the semi-finals earlier on Tuesday after a 6-3, 6-3 defeat of unseeded Czech Barbora Krejcikova. Pegula entered the US Open on the back of a dismal run of form that had seen her make early exits at WTA tournaments in Washington, Montreal and Cincinnati. But she has rediscovered her confidence while moving stealthily through the rounds at New York, albeit against a series of unseeded opponents. "I think I've been playing some really good tennis," Pegula said after completing a 1hr 26min victory. "It's crazy to feel this comfortable on the biggest court in the world with the craziest crowd and the best players. It's something that 10 years ago I never thought I'd be good at this but I guess I am." Pegula said she is welcoming the chance to avenge last year's final defeat to Sabalenka. "I think it would be cool to be able to get revenge, obviously," she said.

<p>US Open 2025: Spain's Carlos Alcaraz has entered the semis in the year's last major without dropping a set while Aryna Sabalenka was given a walkover after her opponent Marketa Vondrousova pulled out with injury.</p>

US Open 2025: Alcaraz into semis without dropping a set, Sabalenka gets walkover

<p>Iga Swaitek, while replying a question about fans wanting game-worn gear of players is strange, says she 'completely understands the behaviour.' The statement came on the back of recent <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ceo-snatched-kamil-majchrzak-hat-from-young-boy-at-us-open-video-was-caught-up-in-joy-of-victory-1756805287139">hat stealing incident by a Polish CEO</a> from a young boy in week 1 of the ongoing US Open 2025. While Iga called the incident 'strange' after the video of the moment viral on social media, she admitted that it is hard for players to make every fan happy. The Polish player, although did not shy from acknowledging that she understands such behaviour needing memorabilia from players.</p><h2><strong>Iga on wanting Rafael Nadal's sweaty towels</strong></h2><p>Speaking on the incident after her Round of 16 match, Iga was asked if was strange as a player for her to have fans pushing each other for a piece of game-worn gear, she said: “No, because I would love to have a sweaty towel of Rafa's when I was a kid.”</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-oldest-djokovic-emulates-jimmy-connors-goes-past-federer-and-agassi-in-historic-us-open-2025-r16-win-1756704948883">US Open: 'Oldest' Djokovic emulates Connors, passes Federer in historic R16 win</a></p><p>The honesty from Swiatek, however, still does not justify a grown-up person working a CEO of a company denying a young boy to have the lifelong memorabilia from a player and she called the US Open hat stealing incident 'strange.'</p><h2>How does Swiatek manage fans?</h2><p>The polish player explained the other side of the picture as well and said it is difficult for a player to make everyone happy as well with fans fighting over rails.</p><p>"Usually, like, seven people reach out for one thing. For example, if it’s a girl and the boys have longer arms, it’s not kind of - she's not going to catch it. But I usually throw, like, at the person that is supposed to get it," Swiatek explained. She, however, agreed that an adult grabbing a thing meant for child is 'not cool.'</p><p>Swaitek will next <a href="Amanda Anisimova sets up Iga Swiatek quarter-final at US Open 2025">face Wimbledon 2025 final opponent Amanda Anisimova</a> in US Open 2025 quarter-final.</p>

Polish player Iga Swiatek acknowledges wanting 'Rafa's sweaty towels as kid' in wake of US Open incident which involved a CEO snatching a hat from a young boy.

Iga Swaitek, while replying a question about fans wanting game-worn gear of players is strange, says she 'completely understands the behaviour.' The statement came on the back of recent hat stealing incident by a Polish CEO from a young boy in week 1 of the ongoing US Open 2025. While Iga called the incident 'strange' after the video of the moment viral on social media, she admitted that it is hard for players to make every fan happy. The Polish player, although did not shy from acknowledging that she understands such behaviour needing memorabilia from players. Iga on wanting Rafael Nadal's sweaty towels Speaking on the incident after her Round of 16 match, Iga was asked if was strange as a player for her to have fans pushing each other for a piece of game-worn gear, she said: “No, because I would love to have a sweaty towel of Rafa's when I was a kid.” Also Read - US Open: 'Oldest' Djokovic emulates Connors, passes Federer in historic R16 win The honesty from Swiatek, however, still does not justify a grown-up person working a CEO of a company denying a young boy to have the lifelong memorabilia from a player and she called the US Open hat stealing incident 'strange.' How does Swiatek manage fans? The polish player explained the other side of the picture as well and said it is difficult for a player to make everyone happy as well with fans fighting over rails. "Usually, like, seven people reach out for one thing. For example, if it’s a girl and the boys have longer arms, it’s not kind of - she's not going to catch it. But I usually throw, like, at the person that is supposed to get it," Swiatek explained. She, however, agreed that an adult grabbing a thing meant for child is 'not cool.' Swaitek will next face Wimbledon 2025 final opponent Amanda Anisimova in US Open 2025 quarter-final.

<p>Polish player Iga Swiatek acknowledges wanting 'Rafa's sweaty towels as kid' in wake of US Open incident which involved a CEO snatching a hat from a young boy.</p>

US Open CEO hat stealing incident: Swiatek admits wanting 'Rafa's sweaty towels as kid'

<p>The US Open 2025 is already in the second week and a fan has gone viral than some of the players in the year's last major. The fan in the conversation is a Polish CEO Piotr Szczerek who went viral for snatching a game-worn hat of Poland's Kamil Majchrzak round 2 match at the Flushing Meadows. The reason why the CEO became infamous was that he snatched the hat away from a you boy in what social media described as very wrong. The hat-snatcher CEO, however, has apologised for his behaviour now and even has sent the hat to the boy.</p><h2><strong>CEO snatches hat from boy at US Open</strong></h2><p>The incident occurred after Majchrzak won his second round match against Karen Khachanov and was signing autographs on the rails which was crowded by the fans. A young boy was in the crowd as well next to the CEO and just when Majchrzak tried to offer his game-worn hat to the boy, the CEO snatched it and bagged it after showing it to his sons. Have a look at the video below:</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Try watching this without cringing <a href="https://t.co/5uwmIAmOXN">pic.twitter.com/5uwmIAmOXN</a></p>&mdash; Jomboy Media (@JomboyMedia) <a href="https://twitter.com/JomboyMedia/status/1961456246894018607?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>After being called out for his behaviour, Szczerek has "unequivocally apologize to the young boy, his family, all the fans, and the player himself," in a <a href="https://www.facebook.com/piotr.szczerek.545/posts/pfbid02hgzrtcFXgsjRbnyq3B3ZkPTA3bj3X4VF5RbGY1CKLskwyZXfkhVHdcP9gfoNX5ZWl">social media post</a> which further read: " I became caught up in the heat of the moment and the joy of the victory, and I believed Majchrzak was handing a hat to me to give to my sons, who had previously asked for autographs. Regardless of what I believed was happening, the actions I took hurt the young boy and disappointed the fans. I have sent the hat back to the boy and extended my sincere apologies to his family. I hope, at least to a small extent, I was able to repair the harm I caused."</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/who-was-joe-bugner-boxer-who-challenged-mohammed-ali-and-joe-frazier-dies-at-75-1756802622237">Joe Bugner Death: Boxer who challenged Mohammed Ali and Joe Frazier dies at 75</a></p><h2><strong>What did Majchrzak do about it?</strong></h2><p>The player, when got to know about the incident, asked on social media to connect with the young fan and the internet obliged. He eventually met with the young boy, Brock, and gave him more than just a game-worn hat - swag bag and a new hat along with posing for a few pictures. See the post below:</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Kamil Majchrzak meeting the young boy who had the hat taken from him the other day at the US Open. <br><br>A happy ending… this is what it’s all about. <br><br>Protect this man at all costs. 🥹 <a href="https://t.co/EAaJVltyM6">pic.twitter.com/EAaJVltyM6</a></p>&mdash; The Tennis Letter (@TheTennisLetter) <a href="https://twitter.com/TheTennisLetter/status/1961840408956485867?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 30, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>Majchrzak's US Open run, however, came to an end after he retired from his third round match against Leandro Riedi due to injury.</p>

Polish CEO Piotr Szczerek was mired in controversy after snatching hat from a young boy offered by Poland's Kamil Majchrzak after his second round win at the US Open 2025 in the first week. He now has apologized for his behaviour and returned the hat to the boy.

The US Open 2025 is already in the second week and a fan has gone viral than some of the players in the year's last major. The fan in the conversation is a Polish CEO Piotr Szczerek who went viral for snatching a game-worn hat of Poland's Kamil Majchrzak round 2 match at the Flushing Meadows. The reason why the CEO became infamous was that he snatched the hat away from a you boy in what social media described as very wrong. The hat-snatcher CEO, however, has apologised for his behaviour now and even has sent the hat to the boy. CEO snatches hat from boy at US Open The incident occurred after Majchrzak won his second round match against Karen Khachanov and was signing autographs on the rails which was crowded by the fans. A young boy was in the crowd as well next to the CEO and just when Majchrzak tried to offer his game-worn hat to the boy, the CEO snatched it and bagged it after showing it to his sons. Have a look at the video below:

<p>Polish CEO Piotr Szczerek was mired in controversy after snatching hat from a young boy offered by Poland's Kamil Majchrzak after his second round win at the US Open 2025 in the first week. He now has apologized for his behaviour and returned the hat to the boy.</p>

Polish CEO who snatched hat from young boy at US Open was 'caught up in joy of victory'

<p>Ever since making a comeback following a mental health break, Amanda Anisimova is reaching new heights in women's tennis world. At her last major, Wimbledon 2025, she reached the final by beating title-favourite Aryna Sabalenka in the semis. Anisimova, however, lost at the All-England Club in the final against Iga Swiakek in straight sets. The American now has a chance to avenge the loss at ongoing US Open 2025. Anisimova, in here best run at the year's last major, has set up a quarter-final against Swiatek in women's singles after her R16 win on Monday (Sep 1).</p><h2><strong>Anisimova beats Haddad Maia in US Open R16</strong></h2><p>Anisimova was determined right from the beginning of her R16 match against Brazilian Haddad Maia on Monday (Sep 1). The Wimbledon 2025 finalist won her first set without dropping a game and lost just three in the next one to wrap up a fast 6-0, 6-3 win. Anisimova expressed happiness over her performance, especially in New York and said: "It was so great to be back on this court. It’s been a few years since I played here and it’s an incredible atmosphere.'</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-oldest-djokovic-emulates-jimmy-connors-goes-past-federer-and-agassi-in-historic-us-open-2025-r16-win-1756704948883">US Open: 'Oldest' Djokovic emulates Connors, passes Federer in historic R16 win</a></p><p>Anisimova had taken a break from tennis because to take care of mental health issues and made a comeback in Wimbledon 2024. Her Wimbledon 2025 performance (finalist) was the best since legendary Serena Williams in 2019 and she was the youngest to reach the title game at 23, also best since Serena at 22 in 2004.</p><h2><strong>Anisimova set for Swiatek rematch</strong></h2><p>The American is looking forward to her Wimbledon final rematch against Polish Iga Swiatek who has six grand slam titles to her name. "Who would have thought we would be meeting again so soon,’’ Anisimova noted. “I’m just very excited and it’s going to be a great match, I hope, this time."</p>

Amanda Anisimova, in her best run at the US Open, has set up the women's singles QF against Iga Swiatek. Notably, Anisimova had lost the Wimbledon 2025 women's singles final against Polish Swiatek.

Ever since making a comeback following a mental health break, Amanda Anisimova is reaching new heights in women's tennis world. At her last major, Wimbledon 2025, she reached the final by beating title-favourite Aryna Sabalenka in the semis. Anisimova, however, lost at the All-England Club in the final against Iga Swiakek in straight sets. The American now has a chance to avenge the loss at ongoing US Open 2025. Anisimova, in here best run at the year's last major, has set up a quarter-final against Swiatek in women's singles after her R16 win on Monday (Sep 1). Anisimova beats Haddad Maia in US Open R16 Anisimova was determined right from the beginning of her R16 match against Brazilian Haddad Maia on Monday (Sep 1). The Wimbledon 2025 finalist won her first set without dropping a game and lost just three in the next one to wrap up a fast 6-0, 6-3 win. Anisimova expressed happiness over her performance, especially in New York and said: "It was so great to be back on this court. It’s been a few years since I played here and it’s an incredible atmosphere.' Also Read - US Open: 'Oldest' Djokovic emulates Connors, passes Federer in historic R16 win Anisimova had taken a break from tennis because to take care of mental health issues and made a comeback in Wimbledon 2024. Her Wimbledon 2025 performance (finalist) was the best since legendary Serena Williams in 2019 and she was the youngest to reach the title game at 23, also best since Serena at 22 in 2004. Anisimova set for Swiatek rematch The American is looking forward to her Wimbledon final rematch against Polish Iga Swiatek who has six grand slam titles to her name. "Who would have thought we would be meeting again so soon,’’ Anisimova noted. “I’m just very excited and it’s going to be a great match, I hope, this time."

<p>Amanda Anisimova, in her best run at the US Open, has set up the women's singles QF against Iga Swiatek. Notably, Anisimova had lost the Wimbledon 2025 women's singles final against Polish Swiatek.</p>

Amanda Anisimova, in Wimbledon 2025 final rematch, sets up Iga Swiatek quarter-final at US Open 2025

<p>Novak Djokovic, 38, was 'pleased with the performance' after entering the record quarter-final at the US Open 2025 with a straight sets wins over Jan-Lennard Struff. The Serb won his R4 match 6-3, 6-3, 6-2 and became the oldest player to reach the quarter-finals of each grand slam in a year. With already 24 grand slam titles to his name, Djokovic's quest for record 25th title continues at Flushing Meadows - where he made his main-draw debut 20 years ago. Djokovic is also the fourth oldest to make it to the US Open quarter-final behind Pancho Gonzalez, Ken Rosewall and Jimmy Connors.</p><p><strong>Also Watch</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/suarez-appears-to-spit-as-miami-sounders-players-fight-leagues-cup-final-watch-1756699658799">Miami, Sounders players get involved in fight post Leagues Cup final, Suarez appears to spit</a></p><p>"Just being in the same discussion or same conversation with Jimmy is obviously a huge honor of mine," Djokovic said after the win about Connors who had entered the US Open QF aged 39 in 1991.</p><h2><strong>Djokovic now oldest to reach all four major QFs in a year</strong></h2><p>Nova Djokovic had started the year very promisingly when he reached last four at the year's first major in Australia Open 2025. The Serb, however, was forced to give a walkover to Alexander Zverev in the semi-final after losing the first set 7-6. In the next grand slam, French Open 2025, Djokovic was beaten 4-6, 5-7, 6(3)-7(7) in straight sets by eventual runner up Jannik Sinner in the semis again. In Wimbledon 2025, the 38-year-old lost 6-3, 6-3, 6-4 in straight sets once again to Italian Sinner who went on to win the title.</p><h2><strong>Djokovic goes past Federer, Agassi</strong></h2><p>The win over Struff at the US Open also made sure that the Serbs goes past Swiss legend Roger Federer and American Andre Agassi for most US Open QF appearances in men's singles. Both, Federer and Agassi had reached the US Open men's singles QF 13 times in their career while this the 14th time for Djokovic. He now only trails Connors (in Open Era) who had reached the QF stage at US Open a record 17 times.</p>

US Open 2025: Djokovic beat Struff 6-3, 6-3, 6-2 to become oldest to reach quarter-finals of each major in a year. He also went past Roger Federer for most US Open QF appearance and is oldest to reach the US Open Round of 8 since Jimmy Connors in 1991.

Novak Djokovic, 38, was 'pleased with the performance' after entering the record quarter-final at the US Open 2025 with a straight sets wins over Jan-Lennard Struff. The Serb won his R4 match 6-3, 6-3, 6-2 and became the oldest player to reach the quarter-finals of each grand slam in a year. With already 24 grand slam titles to his name, Djokovic's quest for record 25th title continues at Flushing Meadows - where he made his main-draw debut 20 years ago. Djokovic is also the fourth oldest to make it to the US Open quarter-final behind Pancho Gonzalez, Ken Rosewall and Jimmy Connors. Also Watch - Miami, Sounders players get involved in fight post Leagues Cup final, Suarez appears to spit "Just being in the same discussion or same conversation with Jimmy is obviously a huge honor of mine," Djokovic said after the win about Connors who had entered the US Open QF aged 39 in 1991. Djokovic now oldest to reach all four major QFs in a year Nova Djokovic had started the year very promisingly when he reached last four at the year's first major in Australia Open 2025. The Serb, however, was forced to give a walkover to Alexander Zverev in the semi-final after losing the first set 7-6. In the next grand slam, French Open 2025, Djokovic was beaten 4-6, 5-7, 6(3)-7(7) in straight sets by eventual runner up Jannik Sinner in the semis again. In Wimbledon 2025, the 38-year-old lost 6-3, 6-3, 6-4 in straight sets once again to Italian Sinner who went on to win the title. Djokovic goes past Federer, Agassi The win over Struff at the US Open also made sure that the Serbs goes past Swiss legend Roger Federer and American Andre Agassi for most US Open QF appearances in men's singles. Both, Federer and Agassi had reached the US Open men's singles QF 13 times in their career while this the 14th time for Djokovic. He now only trails Connors (in Open Era) who had reached the QF stage at US Open a record 17 times.

<p>US Open 2025: Djokovic beat Struff 6-3, 6-3, 6-2 to become oldest to reach quarter-finals of each major in a year. He also went past Roger Federer for most US Open QF appearance and is oldest to reach the US Open Round of 8 since Jimmy Connors in 1991.</p>

'Oldest' Djokovic emulates Jimmy Connors, goes past Federer and Agassi in historic US Open R16 win

<p>Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic motored into the quarter-finals of the US Open on Sunday as reigning women's champion Aryna Sabalenka kept her title defence firmly on track. Spanish second seed Alcaraz and tennis icon Djokovic -- who are on course to meet in the semi-finals -- both recorded straight-sets wins on the Arthur Ashe Stadium main court.</p><p>Five-time Grand Slam champion Alcaraz overpowered France's Arthur Rinderknech 7-6 (7/3), 6-3, 6-4 and has not dropped a set to date at the championships.</p><p>"I think my style of tennis suits pretty well the energy here in New York," the 22-year-old said.</p><p><strong>Also Read</strong> - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/premier-league-szoboszlai-stunner-earns-liverpool-1-0-win-over-title-rivals-arsenal-1756662927091">Premier League: Szoboszlai stunner earns Liverpool 1-0 win over title rivals Arsenal</a></p><p>"The energy is special playing the day session, playing the night session. It doesn't matter, people are always there. I love it and I think that's why I play my best tennis here," he added.</p><p>Alcaraz will face Czech 20th seed Jiri Lehecka in the quarter-finals on Tuesday.</p><p>Lehecka reached the last eight of a Grand Slam for only the second time after battling past veteran Frenchman Adrian Mannarino, winning 7-6 (7/4), 6-4, 2-6, 6-2.</p><p>Djokovic, 38, continued his latest bid for a record 25th Grand Slam singles title with a brisk 6-3, 6-3, 6-2 defeat of unseeded German Jan-Lennard Struff.</p><p>"It definitely helps if you serve well. I think I had a great serving performance last round and also tonight," said Djokovic. "That helps make it easier on the court."</p><p>Djokovic faces a quarter-final on Tuesday against fourth seed Taylor Fritz, the lone American man left in the draw.</p><p>Fritz sprinted into the last eight with a brisk 6-4, 6-3, 6-3 defeat of the Czech Republic's Tomas Machac in 1hr 38min.</p><p>Fritz is carrying hopes of first US men's Grand Slam champion since Andy Roddick in 2003 following the exits of fellow seeds Ben Shelton, Tommy Paul and Frances Tiafoe.</p><p>But Fritz will head into his quarter-final against Djokovic with history stacked against him. Djokovic has won all 10 of their past meetings, including a 2023 quarter-final win at the US Open.</p><p>"I think the first, almost like seven or eight times I played him, I probably just wasn't a good enough player to really have that much of a chance," said Fritz.</p><p>"I think only the last couple times we've played I think I've been this just better player that can, you know, I'd say compete and have chances."</p><h2><strong>Sabalenka balance</strong></h2><p>In the women's draw, Sabalenka never looked troubled in a 6-1, 6-4 defeat of Moldova-born Spaniard Cristina Bucsa, ranked 95th in the world.</p><p>Sabalenka has now reached the quarter-finals or better at 12 straight Grand Slam tournaments, a consistency she attributes to striking a balance in her life on and off the court.</p><p>"I'm super proud, I think that's an incredible achievement," Sabalenka said.</p><p>"I think for me the key was balancing on and off-the-court life. I think I've done a great job on balancing really hard work and also great recovery and some fun time outside of tennis court. I think that's been the key."</p><p>Sabalenka faces a quarter-final against either ninth seed Elena Rybakina or the Czech Republic's Marketa Vondrousova, who were playing later Sunday.</p><p>In other women's draw action on Sunday, the Czech Republic's unseeded former French Open and Wimbledon champion Barbora Krejcikova conjured a remarkable escape to oust Taylor Townsend, saving an incredible eight match points before digging out a 1-6, 7-6 (15/13), 6-3 victory.</p><p>Krejcikova fought off a match point on her own serve at 5-4 down in the second set, and then somehow survived seven match points in an enthralling tie-breaker to move on.</p><p>"What a match," said Krejcikova, who revealed she had wondered if she would ever play tennis again after missing the opening months of the season with a back injury.</p><p>"I was sidelined for six months and didn't know if I would ever play again. I'm super happy I can be here."</p><p>Krejcikova will face American fourth seed Jessica Pegula in the quarter-finals.</p><p>Pegula, beaten in the final last year, advanced to the last eight after breezing past compatriot Ann Li 6-1, 6-2 on the Arthur Ashe Stadium court.</p>

US Open 2025: Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic and Aryna Sabalenka won their respective singles R4 matches to enter the quarter-finals in the year's last grand slam.

Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic motored into the quarter-finals of the US Open on Sunday as reigning women's champion Aryna Sabalenka kept her title defence firmly on track. Spanish second seed Alcaraz and tennis icon Djokovic -- who are on course to meet in the semi-finals -- both recorded straight-sets wins on the Arthur Ashe Stadium main court. Five-time Grand Slam champion Alcaraz overpowered France's Arthur Rinderknech 7-6 (7/3), 6-3, 6-4 and has not dropped a set to date at the championships. "I think my style of tennis suits pretty well the energy here in New York," the 22-year-old said. Also Read - Premier League: Szoboszlai stunner earns Liverpool 1-0 win over title rivals Arsenal "The energy is special playing the day session, playing the night session. It doesn't matter, people are always there. I love it and I think that's why I play my best tennis here," he added. Alcaraz will face Czech 20th seed Jiri Lehecka in the quarter-finals on Tuesday. Lehecka reached the last eight of a Grand Slam for only the second time after battling past veteran Frenchman Adrian Mannarino, winning 7-6 (7/4), 6-4, 2-6, 6-2. Djokovic, 38, continued his latest bid for a record 25th Grand Slam singles title with a brisk 6-3, 6-3, 6-2 defeat of unseeded German Jan-Lennard Struff. "It definitely helps if you serve well. I think I had a great serving performance last round and also tonight," said Djokovic. "That helps make it easier on the court." Djokovic faces a quarter-final on Tuesday against fourth seed Taylor Fritz, the lone American man left in the draw. Fritz sprinted into the last eight with a brisk 6-4, 6-3, 6-3 defeat of the Czech Republic's Tomas Machac in 1hr 38min. Fritz is carrying hopes of first US men's Grand Slam champion since Andy Roddick in 2003 following the exits of fellow seeds Ben Shelton, Tommy Paul and Frances Tiafoe. But Fritz will head into his quarter-final against Djokovic with history stacked against him. Djokovic has won all 10 of their past meetings, including a 2023 quarter-final win at the US Open. "I think the first, almost like seven or eight times I played him, I probably just wasn't a good enough player to really have that much of a chance," said Fritz. "I think only the last couple times we've played I think I've been this just better player that can, you know, I'd say compete and have chances." Sabalenka balance In the women's draw, Sabalenka never looked troubled in a 6-1, 6-4 defeat of Moldova-born Spaniard Cristina Bucsa, ranked 95th in the world. Sabalenka has now reached the quarter-finals or better at 12 straight Grand Slam tournaments, a consistency she attributes to striking a balance in her life on and off the court. "I'm super proud, I think that's an incredible achievement," Sabalenka said. "I think for me the key was balancing on and off-the-court life. I think I've done a great job on balancing really hard work and also great recovery and some fun time outside of tennis court. I think that's been the key." Sabalenka faces a quarter-final against either ninth seed Elena Rybakina or the Czech Republic's Marketa Vondrousova, who were playing later Sunday. In other women's draw action on Sunday, the Czech Republic's unseeded former French Open and Wimbledon champion Barbora Krejcikova conjured a remarkable escape to oust Taylor Townsend, saving an incredible eight match points before digging out a 1-6, 7-6 (15/13), 6-3 victory. Krejcikova fought off a match point on her own serve at 5-4 down in the second set, and then somehow survived seven match points in an enthralling tie-breaker to move on. "What a match," said Krejcikova, who revealed she had wondered if she would ever play tennis again after missing the opening months of the season with a back injury. "I was sidelined for six months and didn't know if I would ever play again. I'm super happy I can be here." Krejcikova will face American fourth seed Jessica Pegula in the quarter-finals. Pegula, beaten in the final last year, advanced to the last eight after breezing past compatriot Ann Li 6-1, 6-2 on the Arthur Ashe Stadium court.

<p>US Open 2025: Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic and Aryna Sabalenka won their respective singles R4 matches to enter the quarter-finals in the year's last grand slam.</p>

US Open 2025: Alcaraz, Djokovic, Sabalenka enter quarter-finals

<p>Russian tennis player Daniil Medvedev has been fined $42,500 for his outburst at the chair umpire during his first round loss at the US Open 2025. The Russian is having a nightmare year at the grand slams with three first round exists including at the Flushing Meadows and one in second round at Australian Open. Medvedev not only had an animated argument during his first round match against Benjamin Bonzi but broke his racket as well after losing the five setter 3-6, 5-7, 7(7)-6(5), 6-0, 4-6 on Sunday (Aug 24) - the opening day of the year's last major.</p><h2><strong>Why was Medvedev fined at US Open and how much?</strong></h2><p>Medvedev has been fined $30,000 for unsportmanlike conduct and $12,500 for racket tantrum - this amounts of $42,500 - roughly 40 per cent of his $110,000 earnings for featuring in the first round of the major.</p><p><strong>Also Read </strong>- <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/racism-at-us-open-2025-taylor-townsend-jelena-ostapenko-get-into-heated-argument-1756383900449">Racism at US Open 2025? Townsend-Ostapenko get into heated argument</a></p><p>The drama ensued when a cameraman came on court as Bonzi was getting ready for second serve, which he was doing for the match. The chair umpire Greg Allensworth, after the interruption, put Bonzi back on the first serve which didn't go down well with the 29-year-old Russian.</p><p>“He wants to go home, guys, he doesn’t like it here. He gets paid by the match, not by the hour,” Medvedev reportedly shouted at the umpire. The Russian also tried to instigate the matter by yelling “What did Reilly Opelka say?” in reference to the US player's call to suspended the official in a difference drama which happened at Dallas Open.</p><h2><strong>Why did Medvedev lose his cool?</strong></h2><p>The Russian is a grand slam winner - 2021 US Open - and his current form may have something to do with it. Medvedev hasn't been able to reach a grand slam final since Australia Open 2024 and this year has been really tough for him.</p><p>According to US player Frances Tiafoe: "He’s struggling to face losing early and to guys he feels he should be beating. Another side comes out. I hope to see him play to the level that he’s capable of playing. It’s been a super tough stretch.”</p>

Daniil Medvedev has been ousted in first round three times in four majors this year including at the US Open 2025. He was fined $42,500 for his anger tantrum at the Flushing Meadows during the latest early exit.

Russian tennis player Daniil Medvedev has been fined $42,500 for his outburst at the chair umpire during his first round loss at the US Open 2025. The Russian is having a nightmare year at the grand slams with three first round exists including at the Flushing Meadows and one in second round at Australian Open. Medvedev not only had an animated argument during his first round match against Benjamin Bonzi but broke his racket as well after losing the five setter 3-6, 5-7, 7(7)-6(5), 6-0, 4-6 on Sunday (Aug 24) - the opening day of the year's last major. Why was Medvedev fined at US Open and how much? Medvedev has been fined $30,000 for unsportmanlike conduct and $12,500 for racket tantrum - this amounts of $42,500 - roughly 40 per cent of his $110,000 earnings for featuring in the first round of the major. Also Read - Racism at US Open 2025? Townsend-Ostapenko get into heated argument The drama ensued when a cameraman came on court as Bonzi was getting ready for second serve, which he was doing for the match. The chair umpire Greg Allensworth, after the interruption, put Bonzi back on the first serve which didn't go down well with the 29-year-old Russian. “He wants to go home, guys, he doesn’t like it here. He gets paid by the match, not by the hour,” Medvedev reportedly shouted at the umpire. The Russian also tried to instigate the matter by yelling “What did Reilly Opelka say?” in reference to the US player's call to suspended the official in a difference drama which happened at Dallas Open. Why did Medvedev lose his cool? The Russian is a grand slam winner - 2021 US Open - and his current form may have something to do with it. Medvedev hasn't been able to reach a grand slam final since Australia Open 2024 and this year has been really tough for him. According to US player Frances Tiafoe: "He’s struggling to face losing early and to guys he feels he should be beating. Another side comes out. I hope to see him play to the level that he’s capable of playing. It’s been a super tough stretch.”

<p>Daniil Medvedev has been ousted in first round three times in four majors this year including at the US Open 2025. He was fined $42,500 for his anger tantrum at the Flushing Meadows during the latest early exit.</p>

Medvedev fined $42,500 for unsportsmanlike conduct at US Open 2025 - What really happened?

<p>Carlos Alcaraz is always in the news whenever he's playing in a tournament and even more so when the tournament is a grand slam. The Spaniard is currently taking part in ongoing <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/us-open">US Open</a> 2025 and has made it to the second round but what is making news is his new haircut. Alacarz's new hairdo, or rather no-hairdo, is generating mixed reactions and the tennis star has finally revealed why he went for such a drastic step. In the previous slam, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/wimbledon-2025">Wimbledon 2025</a>, he had a nice head full of hair, and now it is just more like a stubble on his head.</p><h2><strong>Why did Alcaraz cut his hair?</strong></h2><p>As reported by the US Open website, Alcaraz felt like his hair "was long already" and he "wanted to get a haircut." The result we are seeing, however, was doing of Alcaraz's brother, who according to the US Open 2022 winner, "misunderstood with the machine." After that, Alcaraz realized that "the only way to fix it is just shave it off."</p><p><strong>Also Read -</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/us-open-2025-zarazua-ranked-82-beats-ao-2025-winner-keys-to-become-first-mexican-to-win-a-major-match-since-1995-1756196715239">US Open 2025: Zarazua, ranked 82, beats AO 2025 winner Keys to become first Mexican to win a major match since 1995</a></p><p>"To be honest, it's not that bad. I guess," he added further. "I'm not really into the hair at all. I'm the guy who thinks, 'Okay, the hair grows and in a few days it's going to be already okay.'"</p><h2><strong>Alcaraz in US Open 2025</strong></h2><p>The haircut, however, did not have any effect on his game as he sailed through the second round of the year's last grand slam with a straight sets win. Alcaraz beat Reilly Opelka 6-4, 7-5, 6-4 in the first round at the iconic Arthur Ashe Stadium and now faces Italian Mattia Bellucci in the second round of the major.</p><p>Speaking on how he felt while playing with his new haircut, Alcaraz said: "I think I was faster. It was funny when I saw myself on the screen with the haircut. [My head] was super white. It's weird for me to see myself that white in the hair."</p>

US Open 2022 winner Carlos Alcaraz revealed that his brother ‘misunderstood the machine’ and ‘the only to fix it (hair) was to shave it off.’ His new haircut, which more like a stubble on head, is creating a lot of buzz at the year's last major.

Carlos Alcaraz is always in the news whenever he's playing in a tournament and even more so when the tournament is a grand slam. The Spaniard is currently taking part in ongoing US Open 2025 and has made it to the second round but what is making news is his new haircut. Alacarz's new hairdo, or rather no-hairdo, is generating mixed reactions and the tennis star has finally revealed why he went for such a drastic step. In the previous slam, Wimbledon 2025, he had a nice head full of hair, and now it is just more like a stubble on his head. Why did Alcaraz cut his hair? As reported by the US Open website, Alcaraz felt like his hair "was long already" and he "wanted to get a haircut." The result we are seeing, however, was doing of Alcaraz's brother, who according to the US Open 2022 winner, "misunderstood with the machine." After that, Alcaraz realized that "the only way to fix it is just shave it off." Also Read - US Open 2025: Zarazua, ranked 82, beats AO 2025 winner Keys to become first Mexican to win a major match since 1995 "To be honest, it's not that bad. I guess," he added further. "I'm not really into the hair at all. I'm the guy who thinks, 'Okay, the hair grows and in a few days it's going to be already okay.'" Alcaraz in US Open 2025 The haircut, however, did not have any effect on his game as he sailed through the second round of the year's last grand slam with a straight sets win. Alcaraz beat Reilly Opelka 6-4, 7-5, 6-4 in the first round at the iconic Arthur Ashe Stadium and now faces Italian Mattia Bellucci in the second round of the major. Speaking on how he felt while playing with his new haircut, Alcaraz said: "I think I was faster. It was funny when I saw myself on the screen with the haircut. [My head] was super white. It's weird for me to see myself that white in the hair."

<p>US Open 2022 winner Carlos Alcaraz revealed that his brother ‘misunderstood the machine’ and ‘the only to fix it (hair) was to shave it off.’ His new haircut, which more like a stubble on head, is creating a lot of buzz at the year's last major.</p>

Why did Alcaraz cut his hair - US Open 2022 winner reveals reason

<p>Alex Eala has made the kind of history that transcends sport. At just 20 years old, she became the first player from the Philippines to win a main-draw singles match at a Grand Slam, defeating Denmark’s Clara Tauson in a dramatic opening-round match at the US Open on Monday (August 25). The three-set score line — 6-3, 2-6, 7-6 (13-11) — barely captures the intensity of the battle. Eala led with composure in the first set, faltered in the second, and looked on the brink of defeat in the third when Tauson surged ahead 5-1. But the young Filipina, backed by a noisy crowd that included many from New York’s Filipino community, dug in with remarkable resilience.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Point by point, she clawed her way back, eventually forcing a tiebreak that stretched into the kind of nail-biting finish that tests every ounce of nerve. When Tauson’s final shot drifted wide, Eala dropped to her knees in tears, overwhelmed by the magnitude of the achievement.</p><h2>A major breakthrough</h2><p>For the Philippines, a country with a rich sporting culture but little tradition of tennis success, Eala’s victory is a breakthrough decades in the making. No Filipino player, male or female, had ever advanced beyond the opening round of a Grand Slam singles draw. Eala’s triumph not only rewrote the record books but also sent a surge of pride across her nation, where she has long been seen as a trailblazer. Eala herself was quick to acknowledge that the moment was bigger than her. “It’s not just about me,” she was quoted saying courtside. “This is about inspiring kids back home, about showing them that we can belong on this stage.”</p><h2>Rising through the ranks</h2><p>Eala’s rise has been steady, marked by milestones that hinted at this historic breakthrough. As a teenager, she trained at the Rafa Nadal Academy in Spain, a move that sharpened her technical skills and exposed her to world-class competition. In 2022, she won the US Open girls’ singles title, becoming the first Filipina to capture a junior Grand Slam trophy. That triumph signaled her potential, but the path to the professional level was anything but straightforward.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Injuries and the pressures of transition slowed her early steps on the WTA Tour, yet Eala kept pushing. This year has been her true coming-of-age. She made headlines at the Miami Open by beating former Grand Slam champions and reaching the semifinals, a first for a Filipino player. Later, on grass, she reached the final in Eastbourne, again breaking new ground for her country. Each of those moments felt historic, but nothing compares to what she achieved in New York.</p><h2>Filipino diaspora at Flushing Meadows</h2><p>The Filipino diaspora made its presence felt at Flushing Meadows, waving flags, chanting her name, and transforming the Grandstand Court into a sea of blue, red, and yellow. For many, it was a moment of collective identity — watching one of their own succeed at the sport’s highest level. Back home, news of Eala’s win spread rapidly. Social media lit up with messages from fellow athletes, politicians, and fans who hailed her as a symbol of perseverance. For a country where basketball and boxing dominate the sporting spotlight, Eala’s success is broadening the horizons of what is possible.</p><h2>The road ahead for Alex Eala</h2><p>Eala’s journey at this year’s US Open is far from over. Her second-round match will offer a fresh test, but regardless of how deep she goes in the draw, her place in history is already secure. What matters now is how she builds on this moment. With confidence growing and experience under her belt, Eala has the chance to carve out a long and impactful career on the WTA Tour. But perhaps the greater story lies beyond her individual success. Eala’s win will likely inspire a new generation of young Filipinos to pick up a racket, dream bigger, and believe that global stages like Wimbledon, Roland Garros, and the US Open are not out of reach.</p><h2>A new era for Filipino tennis</h2><p>Every so often, sport delivers a moment that feels like a turning point. For Philippine tennis, Alex Eala’s breakthrough in New York may be just that. The tears she shed after match point were not just the release of personal emotion but a reflection of what the victory means for her country.</p>

Alex Eala’s tears of joy! 20-year-old scripts history; becomes first Filipino to...

Alex Eala has made the kind of history that transcends sport. At just 20 years old, she became the first player from the Philippines to win a main-draw singles match at a Grand Slam, defeating Denmark’s Clara Tauson in a dramatic opening-round match at the US Open on Monday (August 25). The three-set score line — 6-3, 2-6, 7-6 (13-11) — barely captures the intensity of the battle. Eala led with composure in the first set, faltered in the second, and looked on the brink of defeat in the third when Tauson surged ahead 5-1. But the young Filipina, backed by a noisy crowd that included many from New York’s Filipino community, dug in with remarkable resilience. Point by point, she clawed her way back, eventually forcing a tiebreak that stretched into the kind of nail-biting finish that tests every ounce of nerve. When Tauson’s final shot drifted wide, Eala dropped to her knees in tears, overwhelmed by the magnitude of the achievement. A major breakthrough For the Philippines, a country with a rich sporting culture but little tradition of tennis success, Eala’s victory is a breakthrough decades in the making. No Filipino player, male or female, had ever advanced beyond the opening round of a Grand Slam singles draw. Eala’s triumph not only rewrote the record books but also sent a surge of pride across her nation, where she has long been seen as a trailblazer. Eala herself was quick to acknowledge that the moment was bigger than her. “It’s not just about me,” she was quoted saying courtside. “This is about inspiring kids back home, about showing them that we can belong on this stage.” Rising through the ranks Eala’s rise has been steady, marked by milestones that hinted at this historic breakthrough. As a teenager, she trained at the Rafa Nadal Academy in Spain, a move that sharpened her technical skills and exposed her to world-class competition. In 2022, she won the US Open girls’ singles title, becoming the first Filipina to capture a junior Grand Slam trophy. That triumph signaled her potential, but the path to the professional level was anything but straightforward. Injuries and the pressures of transition slowed her early steps on the WTA Tour, yet Eala kept pushing. This year has been her true coming-of-age. She made headlines at the Miami Open by beating former Grand Slam champions and reaching the semifinals, a first for a Filipino player. Later, on grass, she reached the final in Eastbourne, again breaking new ground for her country. Each of those moments felt historic, but nothing compares to what she achieved in New York. Filipino diaspora at Flushing Meadows The Filipino diaspora made its presence felt at Flushing Meadows, waving flags, chanting her name, and transforming the Grandstand Court into a sea of blue, red, and yellow. For many, it was a moment of collective identity — watching one of their own succeed at the sport’s highest level. Back home, news of Eala’s win spread rapidly. Social media lit up with messages from fellow athletes, politicians, and fans who hailed her as a symbol of perseverance. For a country where basketball and boxing dominate the sporting spotlight, Eala’s success is broadening the horizons of what is possible. The road ahead for Alex Eala Eala’s journey at this year’s US Open is far from over. Her second-round match will offer a fresh test, but regardless of how deep she goes in the draw, her place in history is already secure. What matters now is how she builds on this moment. With confidence growing and experience under her belt, Eala has the chance to carve out a long and impactful career on the WTA Tour. But perhaps the greater story lies beyond her individual success. Eala’s win will likely inspire a new generation of young Filipinos to pick up a racket, dream bigger, and believe that global stages like Wimbledon, Roland Garros, and the US Open are not out of reach. A new era for Filipino tennis Every so often, sport delivers a moment that feels like a turning point. For Philippine tennis, Alex Eala’s breakthrough in New York may be just that. The tears she shed after match point were not just the release of personal emotion but a reflection of what the victory means for her country.

<p>The 20-year-old who is ranked 75th staged an epic comeback against Danish tennis player Clara Tauson. Eala was 1-5 down in the third set</p>

<p>Emma Raducanu returns to Flushing Meadows with a sense of deja vu, but the stakes are very different. Back in 2021, she was the teenager who shocked the sport by winning the US Open as a qualifier, producing one of the most improbable Slam runs in modern tennis. Four years later, she arrives in New York not as a reigning champion or headline act, but as a player looking to rebuild her career brick by brick. The question is no longer whether she can repeat her fairytale—it’s whether she can reinvent herself.</p><h2>The Blessing and the Curse of 2021</h2><p>Raducanu’s maiden Slam win came with the euphoria of triumph but also the baggage of expectation. She was thrust into a spotlight few 18-year-olds could handle: multimillion-dollar sponsorships, constant scrutiny, and the burden of being Britain’s next superstar. The narrative quickly shifted from celebration to skepticism when she struggled to back up her breakthrough.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Her game—fluid, attacking, instinctive—was suddenly micro-analyzed. Every defeat was treated as a crisis, every coaching change as a sign of instability. Injuries, most significantly her recurring wrist and ankle problems, kept her off the tour for extended spells. In hindsight, her 2021 US Open feels both like a once-in-a-generation triumph and a poisoned chalice.</p><h2>The Injuries and the Reset</h2><p>The past 18 months have been brutal. Surgeries on both wrists and an ankle meant Raducanu effectively pressed the reset button on her career. For a player whose movement and timing are central to her game, the layoffs disrupted rhythm, match fitness, and confidence. Yet, paradoxically, this enforced break may have given her something she lacked post-2021: perspective. Stripped of ranking points and spotlight, she’s been allowed to work on her body, her mindset, and the fundamentals of her game without the crushing weight of public expectation.</p><h2>A Lower Base, A Clearer Mind</h2><p>Unlike her peers, Raducanu enters this US Open without the suffocating pressure of defending big points. Her ranking has dipped outside the top 100, meaning she comes in as an underdog rather than a headliner. That shift in perception could be liberating. For the first time since her breakthrough, she has space to be judged not by past glories but by present progress. Every match won feels like a step forward, not a standard she must replicate. This is Raducanu 2.0: not the teenage sensation of 2021, but a player in transition, learning to build a sustainable career rather than chase lightning in a bottle.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Technically, Raducanu’s baseline aggression, clean ball-striking, and court intelligence remain undimmed. What’s been missing is continuity—stringing together matches and tournaments without interruption. Her recent outings show flashes: the forehand winners, the fearless returns, the ability to disrupt opponents’ rhythm. But Raducanu 2.0 isn’t about fireworks. It’s about grit, endurance, and redefining what success looks like. Making the second week in New York, or simply playing without physical setbacks, would be victories in themselves.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The narrative around Raducanu now has less to do with Grand Slam titles and more with credibility. Can she establish herself as a regular force on tour, competing week in, week out? Can she stay healthy long enough to let her tennis evolve naturally? The endorsements, the spotlight, the media frenzy—they will always follow her. But if Raducanu 2.0 is to succeed, she must carve out a new identity: not as the prodigy who shocked the world once, but as a professional capable of building longevity in a ruthless sport.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In many ways, this US Open is less a continuation of Raducanu’s story than a fresh start. The Emma Raducanu of 2021 was a dreamer who caught lightning in a bottle. The Emma Raducanu of 2025 is a fighter, reshaping her game, her body, and her narrative. Raducanu 2.0 doesn’t need to win the title. She needs to show that she can play, compete, and grow without the burden of her past weighing her down. And in doing so, she may just set the stage for a more sustainable, more authentic version of success.</p>

Emma Raducanu 2.0: Why 2025 US Open feels like a fresh start for the Briton

Emma Raducanu returns to Flushing Meadows with a sense of deja vu, but the stakes are very different. Back in 2021, she was the teenager who shocked the sport by winning the US Open as a qualifier, producing one of the most improbable Slam runs in modern tennis. Four years later, she arrives in New York not as a reigning champion or headline act, but as a player looking to rebuild her career brick by brick. The question is no longer whether she can repeat her fairytale—it’s whether she can reinvent herself. The Blessing and the Curse of 2021 Raducanu’s maiden Slam win came with the euphoria of triumph but also the baggage of expectation. She was thrust into a spotlight few 18-year-olds could handle: multimillion-dollar sponsorships, constant scrutiny, and the burden of being Britain’s next superstar. The narrative quickly shifted from celebration to skepticism when she struggled to back up her breakthrough. Her game—fluid, attacking, instinctive—was suddenly micro-analyzed. Every defeat was treated as a crisis, every coaching change as a sign of instability. Injuries, most significantly her recurring wrist and ankle problems, kept her off the tour for extended spells. In hindsight, her 2021 US Open feels both like a once-in-a-generation triumph and a poisoned chalice. The Injuries and the Reset The past 18 months have been brutal. Surgeries on both wrists and an ankle meant Raducanu effectively pressed the reset button on her career. For a player whose movement and timing are central to her game, the layoffs disrupted rhythm, match fitness, and confidence. Yet, paradoxically, this enforced break may have given her something she lacked post-2021: perspective. Stripped of ranking points and spotlight, she’s been allowed to work on her body, her mindset, and the fundamentals of her game without the crushing weight of public expectation. A Lower Base, A Clearer Mind Unlike her peers, Raducanu enters this US Open without the suffocating pressure of defending big points. Her ranking has dipped outside the top 100, meaning she comes in as an underdog rather than a headliner. That shift in perception could be liberating. For the first time since her breakthrough, she has space to be judged not by past glories but by present progress. Every match won feels like a step forward, not a standard she must replicate. This is Raducanu 2.0: not the teenage sensation of 2021, but a player in transition, learning to build a sustainable career rather than chase lightning in a bottle. Technically, Raducanu’s baseline aggression, clean ball-striking, and court intelligence remain undimmed. What’s been missing is continuity—stringing together matches and tournaments without interruption. Her recent outings show flashes: the forehand winners, the fearless returns, the ability to disrupt opponents’ rhythm. But Raducanu 2.0 isn’t about fireworks. It’s about grit, endurance, and redefining what success looks like. Making the second week in New York, or simply playing without physical setbacks, would be victories in themselves. The narrative around Raducanu now has less to do with Grand Slam titles and more with credibility. Can she establish herself as a regular force on tour, competing week in, week out? Can she stay healthy long enough to let her tennis evolve naturally? The endorsements, the spotlight, the media frenzy—they will always follow her. But if Raducanu 2.0 is to succeed, she must carve out a new identity: not as the prodigy who shocked the world once, but as a professional capable of building longevity in a ruthless sport. In many ways, this US Open is less a continuation of Raducanu’s story than a fresh start. The Emma Raducanu of 2021 was a dreamer who caught lightning in a bottle. The Emma Raducanu of 2025 is a fighter, reshaping her game, her body, and her narrative. Raducanu 2.0 doesn’t need to win the title. She needs to show that she can play, compete, and grow without the burden of her past weighing her down. And in doing so, she may just set the stage for a more sustainable, more authentic version of success.

<p>The 22-year-old tennis player from United Kingdom is the 2021 US Open champion. Emma will be looking to replicate the same form this year</p>

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