Zverev Advances to US Open Semis After Late Night Viewing

Alexander Zverev has reached the semi-finals of the US Open after a strong performance against Botic van de Zandschulp, winning with scores of 6-2, 7-5, 6-1. This victory comes after Zverev stayed up until 3:30 AM to watch the quarter-final match between Ben Shelton and Carlos Alcaraz, which ended in the early hours of the morning.

Zverev's late-night viewing did not hinder his performance on the court, as he dominated the match on Arthur Ashe Stadium. Following his win, he acknowledged his late night, stating he was awake watching television and would sleep in until 1 PM.

This marks a significant achievement for Zverev, as he becomes the first player to reach all four Grand Slam semi-finals in a single season. He will face Karen Khachanov in the next round, who advanced after Alexander Blockx retired from their match due to injury.

Despite some early struggles in the tournament, Zverev has shown resilience, having been taken to five sets in his first two matches. He noted the importance of being able to fight back in the best-of-five format, which has allowed him to improve his game as the tournament progressed. Zverev's performance has positioned him as a favorite for the title, especially following Alcaraz's exit.