Thiem steers a steady ship to beat Medvedev for final spot

Dominic Thiem is into his first US Open final after holding off last year’s runner-up Daniil Medvedev in three sets.

Zverev not dwelling on slam breakthrough as final awaits

Alexander Zverev said he won’t waste time thinking about how big an opportunity he has to win his first Grand Slam title at the US Open on Sunday.

No ego, no problem for Azarenka after sinking Serena

The former world No 1 and two-time Slam winner believes she has tamed her ego in the seven years since her last US Open final appearance.

Thiem hoping past slam experiences prove beneficial in title bid

Three-time major runner-up Dominic Thiem reflected on his quarter-final win at the US Open.

Step aside, ‘Big 4’, now is the time for the Next Gen to take over

This year’s US Open has proven to be one for the ‘Next Generation’ on the men’s side of the draw. Tennis Majors takes a look at the players set to take over the mantle from the ‘Big 4’.

Osaka trying to be in the moment in pursuit of third Grand Slam

Japanese star and 2018 champion Naomi Osaka is making the most of her run at Flushing Meadows, where she is preparing for the semi-finals.

Medvedev and Thiem are the heavy favourites (and Thiem will win) – Eye of the Coach #15

For Patrick Mouratoglou, after Novak Djokovic’s default, Dominic Thiem and Daniil Medvedev are the two favourites at the US Open.

Azarenka and Mertens set up fascinating quarter-final clash

Two more seeds bit the dust on the women’s side of the draw as the quarter-final line-up took shape.

Djokovic will be the ‘bad guy’ for rest of his career – McEnroe tells world number one to embrace role

John McEnroe, the former ‘bad boy’ of tennis, says Novak Djokovic will not be able to erase the latest stain on his reputation.

Zverev ‘in shock’ after Djokovic default

Alexander Zverev was in disbelief after Novak Djokovic was defaulted at the US Open.

Murray won’t stop chasing Grand Slams

The former world No 1 vows to continue chasing glory.

‘Only Jesus was perfect’ – Serena still trying to quieten her inner critic

The 23-time Grand Slam champion is trying to ease the pressure she puts on herself following Thursday’s second-round win in New York.

Former champ Kerber battles past compatriot Friedsam to advance

2016 US Open Champion Angelique Kerber backed up her opening round victory over Ajla Tomljanovic to advance to the third round of the tournament after a hard-fought win over Anna-Lena Friedsam.

Record-breaking Serena was ‘rooting’ for Murray in stunning comeback

After advancing to the second round, Serena Williams discussed Andy Murray’s incredible win at Flushing Meadows.

Murray gets ice bath after ‘pretty special’ win

Amid precautions due to COVID-19, Andy Murray still had an ice bath available at the US Open.

Why Karolina Pliskova should look at the history of world No 1s missing Grand Slams

The top-ranked players don’t often miss a Grand Slam, but when they do, it can be good news for the rest of the field. And there have been some very unusual reasons why the top stars have skipped a Major – find out more.

Exclusive interview with Elena Rybakina: The main goal is to be No 1

Elena Rybakina is one of the rising stars of the WTA Tour, having already won two titles and tasted life in the world’s top 20. In an exclusive interview with Tennis Majors, the Kazakh explains why she feels she can be the world No 1.

Serena Williams’ great ‘desire’ is hindering hopes of record-equalling grand slam, says Navratilova

Serena Williams begins the US Open among the favourites, but the 38-year-old is struggling for form and a 24th singles slam looks a big ask.

From Gibson and Ashe to Osaka – tennis’s trailblazers for racial equality

The two-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka followed in a brave and powerful tradition this week.

1999 at Flushing Meadows – the last major without both Federer and Nadal

This year’s US Open will be the first major in 21 years to take place without both Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal.

A lack of ‘rowdy crowds’ and long lockdown can help Serena emulate Court

With a host of her rivals absent and fewer off-court demands on Serena Williams, she has a golden chance to win the US Open.