All-American Showdown: Tiafoe and Fritz Set Semifinal Clash at US Open

Frances Tiafoe and Taylor Fritz have set up an all-American semifinal at the U.S. Open, ensuring the United States a male player in the title match for the first time in 18 years. Tiafoe advanced after Grigor Dimitrov withdrew due to injury, while Fritz triumphed over Alexander Zverev.

Frances Tiafoe and Taylor Fritz are set for a historic all-American semifinal at the U.S. Open, with their victories guaranteeing the United States a male player in the tournament's final for the first time in 18 years.

Tiafoe advanced after his opponent Grigor Dimitrov retired due to injury. 'It's not the way I want to get through,' said Tiafoe. Despite its anticlimactic end, the match had moments of uneven play, including multiple double-faults during critical points.

Fritz, on the other hand, earned his spot in the semifinal more decisively, defeating Alexander Zverev. 'It's cool I'm in the semis, but the job's not done,' Fritz stated, highlighting his determination to continue his climb.

(With inputs from agencies.)