All-American Showdown and Sabalenka's Dominance Highlight U.S. Open Semi-Finals

Aryna Sabalenka advanced to her fourth successive U.S. Open semi-final, setting up a match against Emma Navarro. Taylor Fritz and Frances Tiafoe also progressed, continuing America's quest for a homegrown champion. Emma Navarro made an impressive tournament run, and Jessica Pegula will face Iga Swiatek in another key match.

Aryna Sabalenka powered into her fourth consecutive U.S. Open semi-final, defeating China's Zheng Qinwen in just over an hour. Sabalenka, the second seed, will face American Emma Navarro next, and she humorously promised fans free drinks for their support.

Meanwhile, Taylor Fritz and Frances Tiafoe set up an all-American semi-final, with both players aiming to be the first American men's champion since Andy Roddick in 2003. Fritz defeated Alexander Zverev in a tense four-set match, while Tiafoe advanced after Grigor Dimitrov retired due to a leg injury.

Emma Navarro continued her impressive tournament run, defeating Spain's Paula Badosa to reach the semi-finals. Jessica Pegula, another American contender, will face top seed Iga Swiatek in a highly anticipated quarter-final match.

(With inputs from agencies.)