Djokovic, Alcaraz to Renew Rivalry in US Open Semifinals

The stage is set for a thrilling US Open men’s singles semifinal clash between world No. 3 Novak Djokovic and No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz. This will be their first meeting at the US Open and only their fourth encounter overall, with Djokovic leading the head-to-head 3-1.

Djokovic, a 22-time Grand Slam champion, has been dominant this season, reaching the semifinals in all four majors. He continues his quest for a record-breaking 23rd and 24th major title in men’s and women’s singles, respectively.

Did you know? Djokovic is just one behind Margaret Court’s record of 24 Grand Slams in the Open Era.

I’m not thinking about the Grand Slam right now. I’m just focused on the semifinals and my next match. – Novak Djokovic

Alcaraz: The Current Generation’s Second-Best

Carlos Alcaraz, the 19-year-old phenom from Spain, has already secured a French Open title and is on course to add another major to his resume at the US Open. He dispatched Czech citation Rehretsuka 6-1, 6-4, 6-2 in the quarterfinals.

Alcaraz won all his matches so far without dropping a set. The teenage sensation is looking to cause another upset by defeating Djokovic and ultimately winning his second Grand Slam title of the year.

Pegula Advances to US Open Semifinals; Seeks Maiden Major Title

In the women’s singles, Jessica Pegula, the youngest American to reach a Grand Slam semifinal since Serena Williams in 1999, will face world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the semifinals.

Pegula, the daughter of Terry and Kim Pegula, owners of the Buffalo Bills and Buffalo Sabres, has been a major force in women’s tennis this year. The No. 4 seed is looking to win her first major title after losing to Sabalenka in last year’s final.

I think I’ve played some of my best tennis here this week, so I’m really excited to keep it going. – Jessica Pegula