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US Open Semifinals Bound: Auger-Aliassime Beats De Minaur in Four Sets

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Felix Auger-Aliassime reaches US Open semifinals for second time


Canada's Felix Auger-Aliassime defeats Australia's Alex de Minaur 4-6, 7-6(7), 7-5, 7-6(4) to advance to the US Open semifinals. Read more about the match.

The first set was a closely contested affair, with a handful of unforced errors proving crucial...



Alex de Minaur's loss to Felix Auger-Aliassime in the US Open quarterfinals marked a familiar pattern for the Australian player. De Minaur has now reached six Grand Slam quarterfinals without advancing to the semifinals, a mental hurdle he needs to overcome. Despite his talent and determination, De Minaur struggled to contain Auger-Aliassime's powerful shots and clutch performances in critical moments of the match.


In contrast, Auger-Aliassime expressed elation at reaching the semifinals, a feat he hadn't achieved since 2021. “It feels amazing, four years ago, it feels like more,” he said, reflecting on the challenging journey that had brought him back to this stage. Auger-Aliassime's victory over De Minaur was marked by his ability to capitalize on crucial points and navigate the pressures of a high-stakes match. He will now face either Jannik Sinner, the defending champion, or Lorenzo Musetti, the 10th seed from Italy, in the semifinals.


The first set was a closely contested affair, with a handful of unforced errors proving crucial. Auger-Aliassime lost his serve in the seventh game after sending a shot out of bounds, ultimately losing the set.




The second set saw De Minaur gain momentum, particularly in a grueling fourth game that went to eight deuces. De Minaur successfully saved two break points, showcasing his composure under pressure. Auger-Aliassime's serve was eventually broken in the fifth game when he hit another shot out, putting De Minaur in a favorable position.


Felix Auger-Aliassime quickly regained his footing after being pushed back, ultimately winning the tiebreak on the third set point when De Minaur's backhand shot landed in the net. This pivotal moment shifted the momentum in favor of the Canadian player.




De Minaur managed to level the break in the 10th game of the third set, showcasing his resilience from the baseline. However, he couldn't sustain the momentum, as Auger-Aliassime broke again in the next game and sealed the set with a powerful ace.

 



In the final set, De Minaur initially took the lead with a break, but Auger-Aliassime's determination and skill allowed him to turn the tables. The Canadian broke De Minaur to love in the ninth game and then navigated the final tiebreak with confidence, securing the win 



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