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US Open 2026: Gauff reaches semifinals; Cîrstea nears career

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Coco Gauff has advanced to the US Open semifinals following a dramatic quarterfinal comeback victory over Mirra Andreeva, winning 2-6, 7-6(7), 6-2. Despite losing the first set and facing two match points during the second-set ~~tiebreak, Gauff~~ tiebreak—including a notable 39-shot rally won with a drop shot—Gauff secured the win, extending her winning streak to 11 matches. ~~Gauff noted she drew inspiration from fellow American Frances Tiafoe during~~ Andreeva, who dominated the ~~comeback.~~ opening set, reportedly struggled with composure in the third set, at one point throwing her racket in frustration. This victory sets up a semifinal matchup against Elena Rybakina, who defeated Qinwen Zheng to reach the final four. Rybakina’s victory guarantees her ascent to the world No. 1 ranking, ending Aryna Sabalenka’s 99-week reign. The women’s semifinals will also feature Aryna Sabalenka against Jessica Pegula. This tournament marks a significant moment for the WTA, as the top four seeds have reached the semifinals, a feat not seen in a major since 2009. In the men’s draw, an all-American semifinal is guaranteed between Frances Tiafoe and Ben Shelton. The tournament, which features a record prize pool of $108 million, is scheduled to conclude on September 13. Meanwhile, Sorana Cîrstea continues to approach a career-high WTA ranking following her performance in New York. Currently ranked 15th, the 36-year-old may reach the Top 15 depending on the results of Emma Navarro. Cîrstea remains in contention for a spot at the WTA Finals in Indian Wells, where she currently sits 11th in the race. Her coach, Artemon Apostu-Efremov, has called a potential qualification a “sensational achievement,” noting she must navigate upcoming tournaments in Beijing and Wuhan. Cîrstea has maintained her intention to officially announce her retirement at the end of this season.

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