Jessica Pegula rallies for 3-set win to reach US Open final - ESPN
NEW YORK — Jessica Pegula could do no right at the outset of her first Grand Slam semifinal. Her opponent at the US Open on Thursday night, Karolina Muchova, could do no wrong.
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Jannik Sinner Defeats Daniil Medvedev To Reach First US Open Semi-Final
World number one Jannik Sinner reached his first US Open semi-final on Wednesday with a four-set victory over 2021 champion and two-time runner-up Daniil Medvedev. Sinner, looking to capture his second major of the season after the Australian Open, won 6-2, 1-6, 6-1, 6-4 and will take on Britain's 25th-ranked Jack Draper for a place in the final. Sinner, 23, is the only top-10 player to make the semi-finals with number 12 Taylor Fritz due to face US compatriot Frances Tiafoe, ranked 20, in Friday's other last-four duel. Italy's Sinner had defeated Medvedev from two sets down to claim the Australian Open title before the Russian gained revenge in another five-setter at Wimbledon.
Italy's Errani crowns dream year with US Open mixed doubles win
NEW YORK : Italian Sara Errani said winning her maiden mixed doubles Grand Slam title at the U.S. Open on Thursday had capped off an impressive season that exceeded even her wildest dreams.
Why Angel Gomes left Man United on free transfer as England debut imminent
Angel Gomes is one of four uncapped players in contention to appear for England this weekend when they take on the Republic of Ireland.
Chess-Carlsen and Niemann gearing up for explosive face-off
PARIS : Chess great Magnus Carlsen will play Hans Niemann at the Speed Chess Championship (SCC) final four in their first meeting since the former world champion hinted the then American teenager had cheated in an over-the-board game two years ago.
Paris Paralympics 2024: Simran Advances To Women's 100m -T12 Final
India's Simran Sharma qualified for the women's 100m -T12 final after finishing second in the semifinal 2, clocking 12.33 sconds at the Paris Paralympics, here at the Stade de France on Thursday. Accompanied by her guide Abhay Singh, the 24-year-old reigning world champion Simran finished second behind Katrin Mueller-Rottgardt of Germany in the semifinal 2. Simran sealed her place in the final as the third fastest runner. As per the rule, the first-placed runner in each semifinal and the next 2 fastest advanced to the final. Omara Durand of Cuba topped the first semifinal.
Aryna Sabalenka beats Emma Navarro, returns to US Open final - ESPN
NEW YORK — Aryna Sabalenka moved into her second consecutive US Open final by taking the last seven points and beating Emma Navarro 6-3, 7-6 (2) on Thursday night with her usual brand of high-risk, high-reward tennis.
Lookman to battle Mbappe, Vinicius, Rodri for 2024 Ballon d’Or award
Super Eagles of Nigeria and Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman has been nominated for the 2024 Ballon d’Or award.