Alexander Zverev reaches US Open semi-finals, breaks Becker record

Alexander Zverev has advanced to his third US Open semi-final after defeating Botic van de Zandschulp in straight sets, 6-2, 7-5, 6-1. With this victory, the German top seed has secured 23 major match wins this season, surpassing the previous record of 22 set by Boris Becker in 1989.

Zverev is set to face Karen Khachanov in the semi-finals. Despite his success on the court, Zverev expressed frustration regarding the match scheduling, noting that his match was placed in an earlier slot rather than the cooler night session, unlike the all-American semi-final featuring Ben Shelton and Frances Tiafoe.