Tiafoe Advances to US Open Semifinals After Dimitrov Retires

during Tuesday's US Open quarterfinal between Francis TFO and Gregor demitro the camera frequently cut to five-time Champion Roger Federer almost as if suggesting that a new Champion could emerge alongside him with recent winners Novak jokovic and Carlos aaras already out and world number point one janx sinner still in contention the field seems more open than in previous years TFO though not necessarily the favorite secured his spot in the semi-finals with a solid 6 to3 6-7 6-3 4 to one victory over demitro who retired due to injury this sets up an All-American semi-final clash with Taylor Fritz despite dimitrov's experience TFO at 26 displayed greater confidence and a strong serve throughout the match towards the end dimitrov's age became evident he appeared to struggle with an injury affecting his performance tfo's resilience was not as he overcame a tough second set and managed to maintain his form showing he is ready for the semi-finals