Frances Tiafoe Advances to U.S. Open Semi-Finals Amidst Dramatic Match

American tennis player Frances Tiafoe advanced to the U.S. Open semi-finals after Bulgarian Grigor Dimitrov retired due to a leg injury. Tiafoe will face 12th seed Taylor Fritz, with both players aiming to break a 21-year U.S. men's major drought. The match saw remarkable highs and unfortunate setbacks.

American tennis star Frances Tiafoe reached the U.S. Open semi-finals on Tuesday, marking his second appearance in three years. His opponent, Bulgarian Grigor Dimitrov, retired from the match due to a leg injury while trailing 6-3 6-7(5) 6-3 4-1.

Tiafoe will next face 12th seed Taylor Fritz in a highly anticipated all-American clash, as both aim to end a 21-year drought for U.S. men's major titles. Dimitrov, the ninth seed, left the court after the third set for medical treatment. Despite his efforts, he eventually retired, leaving Tiafoe to advance with a subdued celebration and an embrace for his opponent.

'It was a really, really high-level match,' Tiafoe remarked. Despite an impressive start, Tiafoe showed moments of vulnerability, particularly as Dimitrov clawed back in the second set and won the tiebreak. However, Dimitrov's worsening injury led to his withdrawal, setting the stage for Tiafoe's biggest career match against Fritz.

(With inputs from agencies.)