U.S. Open Men’s Semifinals 2026: Zverev vs. Khachanov

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The U.S. Open is actively hosting a thrilling semifinal match in the men’s singles category. Top seed Alexander Zverev faces Karen Khachanov, ranked No. 50, in a battle for a final spot.

Zverev’s Tournament Journey

Alexander Zverev entered the U.S. Open with impressive credentials as the No. 1 seed. This season, he won his first Grand Slam at Roland Garros and reached the Wimbledon final. His journey to the U.S. Open semifinals involved challenging five-set matches in the early rounds. However, he secured a straight-set victory in the quarterfinals, solidifying his position:

Round 1: 6-4, 3-6, 6-7, 7-5, 6-4 against L. Sonego
Round 2: 6-4, 4-6, 7-6(3), 6-7, 6-3 against Q. Halys
Round 3: 6-2, 7-6(2), 6-2 against A. Tabilo
Round 4: 6-2, 6-2, 7-6(3) against L. Darderi
Quarterfinal: 6-2, 7-5, 6-2 against B. van de Zandschulp

Khachanov’s Progression to the Semifinals

Karen Khachanov, the unseeded contender, achieved a significant milestone by reaching the semifinals. He defeated three seeded players, most notably No. 3 Félix Auger-Aliassime. Throughout five matches, he conceded only three sets, showcasing his resilience:

Round 1: 6-3, 6-0, 6-1 against R. Burruchaga
Round 2: 6-7(5), 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 against F. Auger-Aliassime
Round 3: 6-3, 6-2, 6-4 against B. Bonzi
Round 4: 7-5, 4-6, 6-7, 6-1, 6-4 against L. Tien
Quarterfinal: 6-2, 7-5, 3-2 against A. Blockx

Historical Performances at the U.S. Open

Zverev has had considerable success at the U.S. Open but has yet to clinch the singles title. His most notable performance was as runner-up in 2020. Here are his previous results:

2015: 1st round
2016: 2nd round
2017: 2nd round
2018: 3rd round
2019: 4th round
2020: Runner-up
2021: Semifinals
2023: Quarterfinals
2024: Quarterfinals
2025: 3rd round

In contrast, Khachanov has only previously advanced past the third round once, in 2022, when he reached the semifinals. His U.S. Open results include:

2016: 2nd round
2017: 1st round
2018: 3rd round
2019: 1st round
2020: 3rd round
2021: 1st round
2022: Semifinals
2023: 1st round
2024: 1st round
2025: 2nd round

2026 Grand Slam Outcomes

This year has seen three different champions in the men’s singles Grand Slam events:

Australian Open: Carlos Alcaraz
French Open: Alexander Zverev
Wimbledon: Jannik Sinner

Alcaraz won his career Grand Slam at the Australian Open but missed the next two majors due to injury. Zverev claimed victory in Paris, and Sinner took his second Wimbledon title. Injuries have since kept Sinner from competing at the U.S. Open.

Venue Details

The U.S. Open takes place at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, a premier venue known for its large stadium courts. Arthur Ashe Stadium, the main court, is undergoing renovations to include 2,000 additional courtside seats. Its current capacity exceeds 23,000. The venue offers an exceptional experience for tennis fans worldwide.

How to Watch

U.S. viewers can catch the semifinals live on ESPN or stream it via Fubo. The match starts at 3 p.m. ET, 12 p.m. PT, or 8 p.m. BST, following the women’s doubles final.