Alexander Zverev reaches US Open semi-finals for a career milestone

Alexander Zverev advanced to the US Open semi-finals after defeating Botic van de Zandschulp 6-2, 7-5, 6-1 in New York. This victory marks the first time in his career that Zverev has reached the semi-final stage of every Grand Slam tournament within the same calendar year. By achieving this feat, Zverev joins an elite group of eight players in the Open Era, including Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, and Roger Federer. Zverev maintains a 6-3 head-to-head record against his next opponent, Karen Khachanov. The two players are set to meet in the semi-finals to determine who advances to the final. Zverev previously won the title at Roland Garros earlier this year and appeared in the Wimbledon final.

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