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Frances Tiafoe advances to US Open semifinals after comeback victory

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Last updated Sep 9, 2026

Frances Tiafoe advances to US Open semifinals after comeback victory

Summary

Frances Tiafoe secured a spot in the US Open semifinals on Tuesday after overcoming a two-set deficit against Alex Michelsen at Arthur Ashe Stadium. Tiafoe recovered from a 3-5 deficit in the third set to eventually win the match 5-7, 3-6, 7-5, 6-3, 7-6. This result marks his third semifinal appearance at the tournament in the last five years. His recent performance follows a summer campaign that included a title win in Halle and a runner-up finish in Cincinnati. Tiafoe now prepares for his next match against the winner of the contest between Carlos Alcaraz and Ben Shelton. Having previously reached the penultimate round in 2022 and 2024, the 28-year-old remains in contention for his first Grand Slam title.

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By the Numbers

•Frances Tiafoe defeated Alex Michelsen in five sets at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
•The final score of the match was 5-7, 3-6, 7-5, 6-3, 7-6.
•Tiafoe reached the US Open semifinals for the third time since 2022.
•He awaits the result of the match between Carlos Alcaraz and Ben Shelton.
•The victory follows a successful summer run that included an ATP title in Halle.

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1:21 AMYahoo Sports — Frances Tiafoe Is Rediscovering His Best Self at the US Open

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There has always been something about New York that brings out the best in Frances Tiafoe. Maybe it’s the noise, or the freedom he finds in front of an American crowd. Or maybe it’s simply that the US Open keeps reminding him of the player he can be when everything comes together. On Tuesday afternoon …
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