Tiafoe reaches US Open semis with comeback win

Frances Tiafoe completed a dramatic comeback victory against fellow American Alex Michelsen in the quarterfinals of the US Open, advancing to the semifinals for the third time in his career. The match, a grueling four-hour and 38-minute contest on Arthur Ashe Stadium, concluded with Tiafoe winning 5-7, 3-6, 7-5, 6-3, 7-6(10-6) on Tuesday. Michelsen, who had not dropped a set prior to this match, served for the victory in the third set but was unable to close out the match, ultimately succumbing to Tiafoe's sustained pressure and a strong revival. Tiafoe, the 11th seed, found himself on the brink of elimination after losing the first two sets and trailing in the deciding fifth set. However, he rallied to capture the third set, then took the fourth to force a decider. In the final set tiebreak, Tiafoe held his nerve to secure the win, a performance that guarantees him a new career-high ranking, projected to be World No. 8. Following the intense battle, the lasting image was one of sportsmanship, as Tiafoe immediately approached a visibly distraught Michelsen, who was in tears. Tiafoe embraced the 22-year-old, offering words of comfort and encouragement. "Man, I know.