Karen Khachanov bests Nick Kyrgios in 5-setter at US Open to reach first career Grand Slam semifinal
NEW YORK — Karen Khachanov has advanced to the first Grand Slam semifinal of his career by edging Nick Kyrgios 7-5, 4-6, 7-5, 6-7 (3), 6-4 at the US Open.
Kyrgios could not quite follow up his victory over defending champion Daniil Medvedev.
The match began Tuesday night and concluded after midnight on Wednesday at a rowdy Arthur Ashe Stadium.
The No. 27-seeded Khachanov will face No. 5 Casper Ruud on Friday for a berth in the championship match.
