Frances Tiafoe and Ben Shelton reach the semifinals of the US Open

Frances Tiafoe became the first player to reach the semifinals of the US Open after defeating his compatriot Alex Michelsen in a match that lasted 4 hours and 41 minutes. Tiafoe, who is ranked 12th in the ATP rankings, achieved an impressive comeback after being in a disadvantageous position. The final score was 5-7, 3-6, 7-5, 6-3, 7-6(6).

During the match, Michelsen, ranked 46th in the ATP rankings, was in the lead, serving for the match in the third set with a score of 5-4. However, Tiafoe managed to turn the situation around, taking the match to an exciting tiebreak in the fifth set where he sealed his victory.

On the other hand, Ben Shelton also shone in his duel against defending champion Carlos Alcaraz. The match extended to 4 hours and 28 minutes, with Shelton, a promising young talent in American tennis, overcoming the Spaniard with a score of 6-7(5), 6-1, 6-3, 1-6, 7-6(7). This match became the latest in US Open history due to its timing, finishing shortly after 3 a.m. local time.

Alcaraz, who was the tournament favorite, could not maintain his performance despite a fierce battle and a comeback in the fourth set. The defeat means he cannot defend his title at the US Open, marking a significant moment in his career after previously facing injuries. His performance, while intense, was not enough against Shelton's emerging talent.

Shelton will face Tiafoe in the semifinals, a matchup anticipated by fans given that both are compatriots and have shown exceptional levels during the tournament. Their rivalry could offer an interesting and exciting match.

These two matches have generated much excitement in the tournament, marking the rise of new stars in American tennis, as both players prepare for the next challenge in pursuit of the coveted US Open title.