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sports22 days ago•4 min saved

Clijsters Finds Zverev’s Alcaraz-Tactics Talk Intriguing After US Open Win

Former pro Kim Clijsters reacted to Alexander Zverev’s post‑match remarks about Carlos Alcaraz after Zverev’s US Open final win, calling the openness about tactics intriguing and noting how aggression, rhythm, and smart shot selection can influence big-match outcomes. She contrasted Zverev’s patient, strategic baseline play with her own experiences against players like Serena and Venus Williams, and highlighted how Zverev’s ability to mix patience with timely aggression helped him win despite not being at peak level.

via Tennishead|

#alexander-zverev #carlos-alcaraz #kim-clijsters

sports26 days ago•5 min saved

Sabalenka’s US Open heartbreak fuels a stronger comeback next year

Aryna Sabalenka was edged by Elena Rybakina in the US Open final, failing to three-peat and losing the world No. 1 ranking. After the match she smashed her racket in frustration, then gave a tearful runner-up speech and said the setback would motivate her to come back stronger next season.

via Awful Announcing|

#elena-rybakina #emotional-outburst #sabalenka

entertainment26 days ago•8 min saved

Nicole Kidman and Faith Turn Heads at 2026 US Open Semifinals

Nicole Kidman and her daughter Faith attended the 2026 US Open men's semifinals at Arthur Ashe Stadium, with Nicole in a casual light-blue top and jeans and Faith in a burgundy polka-dot slip dress; they joined a star-studded crowd including Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson with their wives, as Salma Hayek, Camila Cabello, Adrien Brody, Rami Malek, Ben Stiller, and Anna Wintour watched the matches, where Alexander Zverev beat Karen Khachanov and Ben Shelton defeated Frances Tiafoe to reach the final.

via justjared.com|

#arthur-ashe-stadium #celebrity-sightings #entertainment

sports26 days ago•4 min saved

Zverev Clinches US Open Crown in Four-Set Showdown

Alexander Zverev defeated Ben Shelton in four sets to win the US Open, securing his second Grand Slam title of the year as Shelton briefly surged in the third but could not sustain the momentum; Zverev now leads their rivalry 6-0.

via The Guardian|

#ben-shelton #grand-slam #sports

sports28 days ago•28 min saved

Shelton earns first Slam final as Sabalenka pursues a three-peat at the US Open 2026

US Open 2026 updates: Ben Shelton outlasts Frances Tiafoe in four to reach his first Grand Slam final against top seed Alexander Zverev, who beat Karen Khachanov to advance. On the women's side, Aryna Sabalenka tops Jessica Pegula to reach the final, while Elena Rybakina defeats Coco Gauff to set up Sabalenka–Rybakina for the title, with Rybakina also moving to world No. 1 by week’s end. The event features a historic all-American men’s semifinal moment as Shelton chases the drought-ending title.

via CBS Sports|

#aryna-sabalenka #ben-shelton #elena-rybakina

tennis28 days ago•3 min saved

Sabalenka vs Rybakina: US Open 2026 crown on the line

Ahead of the US Open 2026 women’s final, defending champion and world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka faces Elena Rybakina in a high-stakes clash that could move the No.1 ranking to Rybakina on Monday, continuing a marquee rivalry after several tight three-set battles this season.

via The Guardian|

#rybakina #sabalenka #tennis

sports29 days ago•1 min saved

Siniakova and Townsend Complete Career Grand Slam With US Open Doubles Triumph

Katerina Siniakova and Taylor Townsend recovered from a first-set deficit to beat Ashlyn Krueger and Robin Montgomery 5-7, 6-0, 6-2 in the US Open final, completing a career doubles Grand Slam as a pairing and adding Wimbledon 2024, the 2025 Australian Open and this year's French Open to their titles. Townsend earns her first US Open doubles title, and Siniakova could finish the season as world No. 1 in doubles for a sixth time.

via BBC|

#career-grand-slam #katerina-siniakova #sports

sports29 days ago•5 min saved

Rybakina Rallies Past Gauff to Set Up Sabalenka US Open Final Showdown

Elena Rybakina recovered from a first-set deficit to beat Coco Gauff 3-6, 6-4, 6-4 in the US Open semifinals, earning a spot in the final against Aryna Sabalenka and sealing a rise to world No. 1 after the tournament.

via usopen.org|

#coco-gauff #elena-rybakina #sabalenka

sports29 days ago•13 min saved

Rybakina survives Gauff comeback to reach US Open final against Sabalenka

Coco Gauff took the first set 6-3, but Elena Rybakina rallied to win the next two sets 6-4, 6-4, advancing to the US Open final where she will face Aryna Sabalenka after Sabalenka’s semi win over Jessica Pegula.

via The Guardian|

#coco-gauff #elena-rybakina #semifinal

sports1 month ago•4 min saved

Gauff, Rybakina set for US Open 2026 semifinal showdown

The U.S. Open 2026 women’s semifinals feature Coco Gauff vs. Elena Rybakina and Aryna Sabalenka vs. Jessica Pegula, with the top four seeds advancing to the final four for the first time at a major since 2009. SI previews expect Sabalenka to win in three sets over Pegula and Gauff to prevail in three over Rybakina, setting up a rematch of the 2023 final.

via Sports Illustrated|

#coco-gauff #elena-rybakina #pegula

sports1 month ago•4 min saved

Gauff rides unshakable belief to edge Andreeva and reach US Open semis

Coco Gauff overcame a rough start, dropping the first set and facing elimination twice in a tense second-set tiebreak, before rallying to defeat Mirra Andreeva 2-6, 7-6(7), 6-2 to reach the US Open semifinals. She drew inspiration from Frances Tiafoe’s comeback on the same day and emphasized belief as a key weapon as she prepares to face Elena Rybakina for a spot in the final.

via The Guardian|

#andreeva #coco-gauff #comeback

sports1 month ago•6 min saved

Shelton Edges Alcaraz in Five-Set US Open Thriller to Reach Semis

Ben Shelton stunned defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in a marathon US Open quarterfinal, winning 6-7(5), 6-1, 6-3, 1-6, 7-6(7) to reach the semifinals. Shelton’s serve peaked at 149 mph and, despite some rough patches, he rode a late-night surge and timely returns to outlast Alcaraz and set up an all-American semifinal against Frances Tiafoe.

via Defector|

#ben-shelton #carlos-alcaraz #five-set-match

sports1 month ago•6 min saved

Support in Sync: Shelton and Rodman Navigate Elite Sports Together

US tennis star Ben Shelton and US soccer Olympic champion Trinity Rodman—who began dating in 2025—explain how they balance the pressures of elite sport by prioritizing mental resilience, honest communication, and showing up for each other, from Rodman attending Shelton’s matches and cheering him on to Shelton supporting Rodman at Spirit games, all while managing a long-distance relationship and grueling schedules.

via olympics.com|

#athlete-relationship #ben-shelton #long-distance

sports1 month ago•20 min saved

Gauff Rallies Past Andreeva as Rybakina Clinches No.1 at US Open 2026

Coco Gauff clawed back from a set down to beat Mirra Andreeva in a dramatic US Open quarter-final, saving two match points in the second-set tiebreak and winning 2-6, 7-6(9-7), 6-2 to reach the semi-finals. Elena Rybakina beat Zheng Qinwen in three sets to claim the world No. 1 ranking, as the women's semi-finals were set with Sabalenka vs Pegula and Gauff vs Rybakina.

via theguardian.com|

#coco-gauff #elena-rybakina #mirra-andreeva

sports1 month ago•10 min saved

Gauff Stuns Andreeva, Books Rybakina Semi Showdown

Coco Gauff saved two match points to come from a set down and defeat Mirra Andreeva 2-6, 7-6(9-7), 6-2 in the US Open quarterfinals, earning a semi-final date with world No.1 Elena Rybakina, who beat Zheng Qinwen 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 to end Sabalenka’s 99-week top ranking run.

via BBC|

#coco-gauff #elena-rybakina #mirra-andreeva