Zverev reaches US Open final, targets second Grand Slam title

Zverev dispatched the Russian sixth seed with a commanding display in New York, securing a 6-3, 7-6(7), 7-6(6) triumph in the semi-final. The German's aggressive baseline game proved too much for Khachanov to handle across the three sets, with Zverev taking control of the opening frame before edging out tight tiebreakers in the second and third sets.

The victory marks a significant milestone for the 27-year-old, who won his maiden Grand Slam title at the US Open in 2020. Zverev has long been regarded as one of the sport's most talented players, and a second major title would cement his status among tennis's elite competitors.

Zverev's path through the tournament has demonstrated his ability to perform under pressure on one of tennis's biggest stages. His consistency and court coverage proved decisive against Khachanov, who struggled to break through the German's defensive wall and capitalize on his opportunities in the crucial moments.

The German will face either Jannik Sinner or Taylor Fritz in the final, as the pair contest the other semi-final. Zverev's victory sets up a climactic weekend at Flushing Meadows as he bids to add another major championship to his credentials.