In a thrilling day of tennis at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York, the US Open continued with some intense matchups on Friday. The total purse for the competition was an impressive $26,440,000, making it a high-stakes event for players.
In the Men’s Singles Semifinals, Italian player Jannik Sinner (1) faced off against Britain’s Jack Draper (25), ultimately prevailing with a score of 7-5, 7-6 (3), 6-2. Meanwhile, American Taylor Fritz (12) took on compatriot Frances Tiafoe (20) in a closely contested match that ended with Fritz emerging victorious with a score of 4-6, 7-5, 4-6, 6-4, 6-1.
In the Women’s Doubles Championship, the duo of Lyudmyla Kichenok from Ukraine and Jelena Ostapenko from Latvia (seeded 7) defeated the team of Zhang Shuai from China and Kristina Mladenovic from France with a score of 6-4, 6-3.
These results set the stage for what promises to be an exciting conclusion to the US Open, with players showcasing their skills and determination as they vie for the championship title. The thrill of competition was palpable at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, as fans eagerly watched the action unfold on the hardcourt outdoor surface.
As the tournament progresses, tennis enthusiasts and spectators can look forward to more intense matches and memorable moments as the world’s best players compete for glory. Stay tuned for more updates and results as the US Open action continues to heat up in New York.
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