Tiafoe v Shelton US Open semi-final a legacy of the departing Gaël Monfils

Frances Tiafoe and Ben Shelton, both Black American players, have reached the men's singles semi-finals at the US Open, marking a historic moment in the tournament. Their presence in the last four is being linked to the legacy of veteran French player Gaël Monfils, who has bowed out of the competition in New York. Tiafoe has now reached his third US Open semi-final, continuing his strong record at the Grand Slam.