Tiafoe Completes Epic Comeback, Reaches US Open Semifinals; Sabalenka Survives Scare

Frances Tiafoe staged a remarkable comeback at the US Open, rallying from two sets down and a break in the third to defeat fellow American Alex Michelsen in a thrilling five-set quarterfinal match. The dramatic victory, which lasted over four and a half hours, propels the No. 11 seed into his third US Open semifinal in five years. In a poignant moment after the match, Tiafoe was seen consoling a visibly devastated Michelsen, who was experiencing the biggest match of his young career.

In another hard-fought quarterfinal, defending champion Aryna Sabalenka narrowly avoided an upset against Wimbledon champion Linda Noskova. Sabalenka battled back from a deficit in the deciding set, ultimately prevailing in a tense tie-break to secure her spot in the semifinals. The win marks a crucial moment for Sabalenka as she aims to defend her title and salvage her season.