Alexander Blockx had been playing on medication for days and his body gave out at 3-2 in the third set, handing Karen Khachanov a first Grand Slam semifinal in three years at 6-2, 7-5, 3-2. The 21-year-old Belgian leaves New York as the first man from his country to reach a US Open quarterfinal, and world No. 26.

Elena Rybakina became the first player from Kazakhstan to reach world No. 1 after beating Zheng Qinwen 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 to make her first US Open semifinal. She says the ranking will only mean something to her once she has retired, that the titles matter more, and that the calm she showed while losing the first set was covering a bad evening.

Coco Gauff (No. 4) saved two match points and beat Mirra Andreeva (No. 5) 2-6, 7-6 (7), 6-2 in the quarterfinals of the US Open 2026 to reach her first semifinal in New York since her title run in 2023. It was her 11th consecutive win, her 46th of the season and her seventh Grand Slam semifinal. She next plays new world No. 1 Elena Rybakina.

Elena Rybakina lost the opening set, her first of the fortnight, and walked off Arthur Ashe as the world No. 1 for the first time in her career, beating qualifier Zheng Qinwen 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 to reach a first US Open semifinal. Her own verdict on the ranking that ends Aryna Sabalenka’s 99 weeks at the top: “It’s just a number right now.”

Ben Shelton (No. 8) beat Carlos Alcaraz (No. 2) 6-7 (5), 6-1, 6-3, 1-6, 7-6 (7) in the quarterfinals of the US Open, taking the deciding tie-break 10-7, at the latest finish in the tournament’s history. in the quarterfinals of the US Open 2026, winning the deciding tie-break 10-7 with an ace at the latest finish in the tournament’s history. It is his first win in 18 attempts against a top 3 opponent and his first in four meetings with Alcaraz. Shelton next plays Frances Tiafoe in an all-American semifinal.

Ben Shelton beat Carlos Alcaraz 6-7 (5), 6-1, 6-3, 1-6, 7-6 (7) on Wednesday night. He’ll face No 11 seed Frances Tiafoe in the next round

Jessica Pegula was a set and a break down and won anyway, beating Emma Navarro 3-6, 6-4, 6-3 for a 50th win of the season, more than any other woman this year. At 32 the American reaches a third consecutive US Open semifinal, where Aryna Sabalenka is waiting for the third September in a row.

Every day, Tennis Majors looks back to some of the biggest moments in tennis history. On September 9, 1969, Rod Laver beat Tony Roche to complete the calendar-year Grand Slam for the second time

Frances Tiafoe was four points from elimination when Alex Michelsen served for the match, and finished the night holding his 22-year-old compatriot up at the net while he cried. The 5-7, 3-6, 7-5, 6-3, 7-6 (6) comeback takes Tiafoe into a third US Open semifinal and back into the top 10, and ends the fortnight of the only man in the draw who had not lost a set.

Aryna Sabalenka beat Linda Noskova (No. 6) 7-6 (1), 3-6, 7-6 (7) in the quarterfinals of the US Open 2026 to reach a sixth consecutive semifinal in New York and her 15th at Grand Slam level. The world No. 1 trailed 4-2 in the deciding set and won the final tie-break 10-7, sealing it with an ace on a second serve at her first match point.

Stefanos Tsitsipas is the last man with a one-handed backhand left in the 2026 US Open, and by one count a one-hander has reached a Grand Slam semi-final in every year since 1877, a run that has not yet been extended in 2026. Tsitsipas, ranked No. 53 and into the fourth round here for the first time, must beat Ben Shelton and then Carlos Alcaraz or Tommy Paul.

Winning a big title just before a Grand Slam can be a double-edged sword. While it builds confidence, the physical and mental toll can prove too much, leading to early exits at the major. This article delves into the “poisoned chalice” dilemma faced by many players outside the very top.

Carlos Alcaraz says he will start missing tournaments because playing every mandatory event would mean 40 weeks of tennis a year. Two days later Aryna Sabalenka went further, asking the WTA and ATP to scrap the mandatory events altogether. If they do not, the World No. 1 said, players will simply pay the price themselves: “We’ll have to sacrifice points, ranking position, whatever.”

After losing in round one at the US Open on Sunday – his earliest grand slam defeat in 20 years – the 39-year-old was in no mood to discuss his future. That time will come

Stefanos Tsitsipas said his coaching overhaul with Thomas Perrin and Patrick Mouratoglou came too late, and admitted he wishes his relationship with his father mirrored the one Ben Shelton has with his.

Joao Fonseca reflects on his UTS Rio debut, facing Nick Kyrgios and an electric home crowd. He shares his ambition to be admired for his tennis and charisma, like Guga and Roger, navigating his first full year on Tour.

Guto Miguel grew up watching Nick Kyrgios play. On Thursday night in Rio, he beat him in Sudden Death, with both players expressing mutual admiration. Kyrgios called the teenager “a hell of a kid” after the match, a dream come true for Miguel.

After winning his second Wimbledon title, the Italian struggled to explain how he did it but his work ethic, after disappointment in Paris, was crucial.

Karolina Muchova and Linda Noskova each laid bare the private choices, freezes and resets that shaped their all-Czech Wimbledon final, from a bathroom sink to a forehand neither will forget.

The 24-time grand slam champion continues to play amazing tennis, especially at the four grand slams, but at 39, he knows it’s getting harder and harder to win the biggest titles and take his major tally to a record-extending 25

Roger Federer was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame, delivering a deeply emotional speech. The 20-time Grand Slam champion broke down, thanking his family, coaches, and the sport he loves. He promised his journey with tennis is not over.

Roger Federer addressed his future in tennis, at a press conference during his Hall of Fame induction weekend, saying coaching is “not now” given family and current projects, but that he’s open to it down the line. He also touched on television and a strong desire to mentor younger players, while revealing his approach to writing his induction speech.

Back at Flushing Meadows for the first time since 2019, Roger Federer said Novak Djokovic can still reach 25 majors, named Carlos Alcaraz as the opponent he most regrets never facing, and warned that no player can peak twenty times a year.

Roger Federer dismissed any thought of a competitive return in New York, telling reporters the body is done, before revisiting the five US Open titles and the family life that kept his farewell waiting seven years.

The International Tennis Hall of Fame confirmed worldwide broadcast partners for Roger Federer and Mary Carillo’s induction weekend in Newport, opening the sport’s most prestigious ceremony to fans well beyond Rhode Island.

Andy Murray has revealed that Roger Federer refused to practise with him once he broke onto the tour, contrasting the Swiss with Djokovic and Nadal, who trained willingly with their nearest rivals.

Beaten in three sets by Dino Prizmic in his Rome opener, Novak Djokovic spoke with unusual directness about the physical reality he is now playing inside – and the choices that come with it.

Rafael Nadal dismissed the “prospect” label for world number one Carlos Alcaraz and questioned how many major opportunities remain for Novak Djokovic.

Following a grueling Australian Open final against Carlos Alcaraz, the 10-time champion showed immense grace in defeat, reflecting on his two-decade journey in Melbourne and a surprising run to the championship match.

Following a historic five-set victory over Jannik Sinner at the Australian Open, Novak Djokovic reflects on defying the “experts” who tried to retire him, his strategic recovery for the final, and why this semifinal stands as his finest performance in years. This is most of the quotes Novak delivered at the flash quotes spot in Melbourne after 2:00 am.

Now that the intensity and need is no longer there, it seems the likes of Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal are letting go much of their past.

Roger Federer spoke at the Australian Open on Thursday ahead of Saturday’s Opening Ceremony and exhibition match. Here are the 9 key takeaways from his press conference.

Carlos Alcaraz says he will start missing tournaments because playing every mandatory event would mean 40 weeks of tennis a year. Two days later Aryna Sabalenka went further, asking the WTA and ATP to scrap the mandatory events altogether. If they do not, the World No. 1 said, players will simply pay the price themselves: “We’ll have to sacrifice points, ranking position, whatever.”

Serena Williams is at the US Open in doubles only, and she has explained why: an injury at Wimbledon, and an unwillingness to take a wild card from someone who could use it. Asked whether she is ruling out singles for good, the six-time champion here was unambiguous: “I probably will play again. I have to.”

Diane Parry won the trophy on Saturday night against Elise Mertens.

Ignacio Buse lifted the trophy on Saturday evening against Arthur Fery.

Diane Parry saved seven set points to reach the first Tour-level final of her career in Monterrey, becoming the closest Frenchwoman to a title there since Marion Bartoli in 2009, and will face No. 2 seed Elise Mertens, who rallied past Nikola Bartunkova after dropping the first set.

Arthur Fery reached his first ATP final in Winston-Salem after James Duckworth retired injured, and will face Ignacio Buse – a player who had never won a hard-court match on tour before this week – with British No. 1 status and a first-ever top-30 ranking both on the line.

Coco Gauff (No 4) blitzed Jessica Pegula (No 3) 6-2, 6-4 to win a second Cincinnati title, joining an elite Open Era club – and repeating the script that preceded her first Grand Slam.

Jessica Pegula fought back from a break down in the decider to end Iga Swiatek’s title defense in Cincinnati (7-5, 4-6, 6-4), marking her 300th career win with a place in the final.

Coco Gauff brushed aside Marta Kostyuk to reach a second Cincinnati semi-final since her 2023 title run, needling the crowd afterwards with a cheeky nod to a chant in her honor.

Brandon Nakashima’s remarkable summer turnaround continued as he fought back from a break down to stun Taylor Fritz (7-6 (9), 4-6, 6-3) and reach back-to-back Masters 1000 semi-finals.

Holger Rune reflects on his Achilles tendon tear, expressing relief it occurred on court rather than through a ‘stupid’ accident. After months of recovery, the former world No. 4 is now playing practice sets and eyes a return to competition, starting with the UTS finale.

Holger Rune, Alexander Bublik and Luciano Darderi headline the first names confirmed for UTS Gothenburg by BNP Paribas, as the season finale pairs a new title sponsor with Rune’s fragile comeback bid from Achilles surgery.

Patrick Mouratoglou, founder and chairman of UTS, reflects on the key takeaways from the Rio de Janeiro event, which created intense pressure for non-Brazilian players – yet American Brandon Nakashima still prevailed.

Brandon Nakashima clinched the UTS Rio title, sweeping Guto Miguel 3-0 in a dominant final performance. Nakashima’s clinical consistency proved decisive against the 17-year-old Brazilian phenom, who nonetheless enjoyed a breakthrough week, reaching the final with impressive wins over top players.

Joao Fonseca reflects on his UTS Rio debut, facing Nick Kyrgios and an electric home crowd. He shares his ambition to be admired for his tennis and charisma, like Guga and Roger, navigating his first full year on Tour.

Joao Fonseca’s first UTS appearance produced a home win and an elimination on the same night, as Nick Kyrgios closed out Melee’s group stage with a statement 3-0 win. Guto Miguel, 17, now carries Rio’s hopes into Saturday’s Final Four.

Guto Miguel grew up watching Nick Kyrgios play. On Thursday night in Rio, he beat him in Sudden Death, with both players expressing mutual admiration. Kyrgios called the teenager “a hell of a kid” after the match, a dream come true for Miguel.

After winning his second Wimbledon title, the Italian struggled to explain how he did it but his work ethic, after disappointment in Paris, was crucial.

Jannik Sinner has broken Djokovic’s Masters 1000 record. He doesn’t want to talk about it. In front of his home crowd, the world No. 1 asks for the conversation to be about something else. Something trivial, or something greater? He hasn’t let us know clearly enough yet.

In a sport built on tennis parents who became inseparable from the story, Jannik Sinner is asking for the opposite. In Rome, he drew the line at his family.

“Jannik is really, really the heavy favourite. Carlos on clay, when he’s healthy, is equal or above him.” Zverev sets the order after his Rome third round win.

Jannik Sinner brushed aside questions about his Roland-Garros favouritism and paid a heartfelt tribute to an injured Carlos Alcaraz on Friday.

The reigning Roland Garros champion will forfeit 3,000 ranking points as rival Jannik Sinner stands to benefit most from his absence.

The top two are almost 8,000 points ahead of No 3 Alexander Zverev and are mopping up every tile, but is it becoming too boring?

Indian Wells. Miami. Monte Carlo. The world No. 1 didn’t just return from a sluggish start to the season – he came back and demolished the competition. Here is how he did it. Once upon a time in California…

A 7-6, 6-3 victory over the reigning champion ends Alcaraz’s 22-week reign at the top of the rankings, hands Sinner his 67th week at No. 1 —–and delivers his first title on clay at the highest level.

Alcaraz arrives on clay having lost just once in two years on the surface. Sinner arrives having spent exactly as many weeks at world No. 1 as his opponent: 66. Only one of them leaves with the right to add a 67th.

Every day, Tennis Majors looks back to some of the biggest moments in tennis history. On September 9, 1969, Rod Laver beat Tony Roche to complete the calendar-year Grand Slam for the second time

On this day in tennis history, Pistol Pete faced an old foe in the US Open final, and wrapped up his storied career in style

Every day Tennis Majors takes you back in time to celebrate a great moment in tennis history. Today, we go back to 1953 to witness how 18-year-old became the first woman and only the second player in tennis history to sweep all the four Majors in the same year

Chris Evert won her first US Open title in 1975 after losing in four consecutive semi-finals, facing off against Australia’s Evonne Goolagong

Pete Sampras had a tough 1996, on and off the court, but brought out one of his most iconic performances ever at the US Open against Alex Corretja.

Every day Tennis Majors looks back at the biggest moments in tennis history. On September 4, 1993, Mats Wilander and Mikael Pernfors shook hands at 2.26 a.m, the latest finish in the tournament’s history

Every day, Tennis Majors takes you back to look at the some of the most memorable moments in tennis history. On this day in 2006, Andre Agassi’s career came to an end in front of the US Open crowd that had carried him through all his ups and downs

Every day Tennis Majors looks back at the biggest moments in tennis history. On September 2, 1977, Stan Smith was beaten by a man wielding a spaghetti racquet