Karolina Muchova Draws Inspiration from Arthur Ashe to Reach U.S. Open Semi-Finals

Karolina Muchova channeled the spirit of Arthur Ashe’s famous quote as she overcame illness to secure a spot in the U.S. Open semi-finals. Despite battling a ‘bug’ and requiring medical breaks, Muchova defeated Beatriz Haddad Maia. Next, she faces sixth seed Jessica Pegula.

Karolina Muchova, inspired by Arthur Ashe's iconic words, advanced to the U.S. Open semi-finals, despite battling illness. The tennis star overcame physical challenges to secure a 6-1, 6-4 win over Beatriz Haddad Maia on Wednesday.

The quote, 'Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can,' is prominently displayed at the stadium in New York. Muchova, the only unseeded player in the semi-finals, embraced these words as she fought through her match, taking necessary medical breaks.

Muchova's next challenge is against sixth seed Jessica Pegula, who ousted world number one Iga Swiatek. Reflecting on their last encounter at the Cincinnati Open, Muchova acknowledged Pegula's formidable skills and tough playing style.

(With inputs from agencies.)