1-seed Zverev reaches 3rd major final of 2026 at US Open

Alexander Zverev, the top seed, defeated Karen Khachanov 6-3, 7-6 (7), 7-6 (6) in the US Open semifinals on Friday, September 11, 2026. The victory sends Zverev to his third Grand Slam final of 2026, where he will compete for his second major title of the year. This marks another deep run at Flushing Meadows for the German star, who is among the tournament favorites.