U.S. Open semifinals recap: The strangest point of the tournament so far
The Strangest Point at the U.S. Open #
Arthur Ashe Stadium witnessed an unusual moment during the U.S. Open semifinal match between Jannik Sinner and Jack Draper. At 4-4, 40-15 in the second set, the players engaged in a point that went from exciting to strange. Sinner slipped and fell awkwardly on his left wrist while attempting a shot, resulting in a high lob that Draper easily returned. Sinner recovered and won the point with a forehand winner. Both players received medical treatment afterward.
British Junior Makes History #
Fifteen-year-old Mika Stojsavljevic became the first British U.S. Open girls’ champion in 15 years. Stojsavljevic reached the singles final without dropping a set and defeated the No. 2 junior player in the world. In the semifinal, she defeated her American opponent in three sets to secure her place in the final.
Paralympic Legend Faces an Unexpected Defeat #
Diede de Groot, a dominant force in wheelchair tennis, faced a surprising defeat at the 2024 Paris Paralympics. After winning three consecutive calendar Grand Slams, de Groot lost both matches against her former doubles partner, Yui Kamiji. This unexpected turn of events shattered de Groot’s winning streak and highlighted the human element in sports.
Fan Experience and Sensibilities at the U.S. Open #
The U.S. Open aimed to improve the fan experience by allowing them to take their seats and move around during any breaks in play. However, this led to some awkward interactions and distractions for the players, as fans on outer courts could move around more freely. Tennis etiquette and sensibilities regarding fan behavior differed from other popular spectator sports in the United States.
Doubles Triumph and Wedding Delay #
Latvia’s Jelena Ostapenko achieved a significant milestone by winning the U.S. Open women’s doubles title with her partner, Lyudmyla Kichenok. This victory added another Grand Slam title to Ostapenko’s career. Additionally, Kichenok’s engagement to her fellow Ukrainian, Stas Khmarskiy, led to a last-minute rescheduling of their wedding due to their progress in the tournament.