Alexander Zverev Survives Karen Khachanov In Two Tiebreak Thrillers To Storm Into US Open Final, Eyes Second Grand Slam Crown | Watch

New York: Top seed Alexander Zverev displayed remarkable resilience, overcoming Karen Khachanov in two grueling tie-breakers to advance to the US Open final for the second consecutive year. The German, who clinched his maiden Grand Slam title earlier in the season, now stands poised to secure his third Grand Slam crown, completing a remarkable 2026 campaign.

Zverev, who battled through a challenging opening round at the US Open, overcame two set points to claim the first set 6-3 and further extended his lead in the second set before Khachanov mounted a strong comeback. The match entered a tense third set tie-break, where Zverev prevailed after a 34-shot rally on set point, ultimately securing a 6-3, 7-6(7), 7-6(6) victory.

Zverev's triumph marks his third Grand Slam final appearance, following his French Open win and Wimbledon runner-up finish, while his opponent Khachanov, the World No. 50, will face either Ben Shelton or Frances Tiafoe in Sunday's final at Arthur Ashe Stadium.