Zverev beats Khachanov in straight sets to reach US Open final – as it happened
Alexander Zverev reached his first grand slam final in a row with a 6-3 7-6 (7) 7-6 (6) victory against Karen Khachanov in New York Karen Khachanov emerges from the tunnel first, followed by Alexander Zverev. Apparently the German was a minute or two late because he needed some extra time in the toilet – we’ve all been there. On Arthur Ashe Stadium, a retired servicewoman sings the American national anthem before the players come out. Flags are flying at half mast around the grounds today on…
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- First observed by CurrentWire: The Guardian · Sep 11, 2026 at 7:01 PM ET
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Zverev beats Khachanov in straight sets to reach US Open final – as it happened(opens original report in a new tab)The GuardianTier B
Alexander Zverev holds his nerve against Karen Khachanov to reach US Open final(opens original report in a new tab)Zverev wins 6-3, 7-6 (7), 7-6 (6) German reaches third straight grand slam final About 107 minutes into men’s semi-final day on Arthur Ashe Stadium, there was finally a touch of tension radiating from the court. After… — The Guardian
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- 33.6 of 35
- Source authority
- 14 of 20
- Coverage breadth
- 4 of 20
- Geographic relevance
- 10 of 10
- Story prominence
- 10 of 10
- Velocity
- 5 of 5
Strongest signal: geographic relevance, 10 of 10. How each signal is calculated.
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