Alexander Zverev advanced to the 2026 US Open final after a straight‑sets victory over fellow Russian Karen Khachanov in the semifinals on Friday.
The German won 6‑3, 7‑6(7), 7‑6(6), taking the first set comfortably before edging two tight tiebreaks to secure the win.
With the victory, Zverev will contest his second Grand Slam title of the year in the final match of the tournament.
Khachanov, who had reached the semifinal stage, was unable to break Zverev’s rhythm in the decisive sets.
The win places Zverev in the final of a major for the third time in 2026, setting up a showdown with the remaining finalist at the New York venue.
<small>Source: ESPN — read the original story there.</small>