The US Open 2026 has reached its final four, and there is plenty to look forward to in New York. Alexander Zverev is two wins away from another Grand Slam title, while Karen Khachanov has found his way back to a major semifinal. Ben Shelton and Frances Tiafoe will then meet in a highly anticipated all-American battle. On the women’s side, Coco Gauff faces newly crowned world No. 1 Elena Rybakina, while defending champion Aryna Sabalenka takes on Jessica Pegula.
With the final places now decided, here’s a look at the US Open 2026 semifinal fixtures, how the players reached the last four and when each match will be played.
Alexander Zverev vs Karen Khachanov
Top seed Alexander Zverev booked his place in the final four by beating Botic van de Zandschulp 6-2, 7-5, 6-1. The German recovered from an erratic start on serve to take control and reach his third US Open semifinal.
His opponent will be Karen Khachanov, who advanced after Alexander Blockx retired while trailing 6-2, 7-5, 3-2. The Russian reached his first Grand Slam semifinal since 2022 after Blockx, who was carrying a rib injury, was forced to stop.
Alexander Zverev: a tennis fan just like us pic.twitter.com/rfN4wd1LNa
— US Open Tennis (@usopen) September 10, 2026
Ben Shelton vs Frances Tiafoe
The second men’s semifinal will be an all-American battle between Ben Shelton and Frances Tiafoe.
Shelton produced one of the tournament’s biggest results by beating defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in a five-set thriller, while Tiafoe also survived a five-set quarterfinal against fellow American Alex Michelsen.
😂 JAJAJA, QUE TIPAZO ES FRANCES TIAFOE.
🗣️ “Todos estaban dormidos durante el primer par de horas, yo estaba como: ‘¿Qué está pasando?’. La verdad, estaba dormido con ustedes”. pic.twitter.com/LY2R3cE2iW
— Tiempo De Tenis (@Tiempodetenis1) September 9, 2026
Coco Gauff vs Elena Rybakina
Coco Gauff fought back from a set down to defeat Mirra Andreeva 2-6, 7-6 (7), 6-2, saving two match points in the second-set tiebreak before taking complete control of the decider.
Waiting for her is the new world No. 1, Elena Rybakina. The Kazakhstani player overcame Zheng Qinwen 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 to reach her first US Open semifinal and claim the top ranking.
Journey to the 🔝
Here’s how Elena Rybakina’s last 12 months propelled her to becoming the WTA No.1 Presented by PIF!@PIF_en | #PIFWTARankings pic.twitter.com/pRuOWT6BnC
— wta (@WTA) September 9, 2026
Gauff and Rybakina are tied 1-1 in their previous meetings, with Rybakina winning their most recent clash in Toronto last month.
Aryna Sabalenka vs Jessica Pegula
The other women’s semifinal brings together defending champion Aryna Sabalenka and American third seed Jessica Pegula.
Sabalenka is chasing a third consecutive US Open title, while Pegula is still searching for her first Grand Slam championship. Their rivalry has already produced plenty of big matches, with Sabalenka holding a 9-4 edge in their head-to-head record, although Pegula has won two of their last three meetings.
US Open 2026 Semifinals Fixtures
Men’s Singles
- [1] Alexander Zverev vs Karen Khachanov
- [8] Ben Shelton vs [11] Frances Tiafoe
Women’s Singles
- [4] Coco Gauff vs [2] Elena Rybakina
- [1] Aryna Sabalenka vs [3] Jessica Pegula
US Open 2026 Semifinals Schedule
Thursday, September 10 — Women’s Semifinals
Arthur Ashe Stadium
- 7:00 PM ET: Aryna Sabalenka vs Jessica Pegula
- Following match: Coco Gauff vs Elena Rybakina
The official US Open schedule lists the women’s semifinal session from 7:00 PM ET on Thursday.
Friday, September 11 — Men’s Semifinals
Arthur Ashe Stadium
- 3:00 PM ET: Men’s Singles Semifinal
- 7:00 PM ET: Men’s Singles Semifinal
The official schedule confirms the men’s semifinals will be played in the afternoon and evening sessions on Friday.
The US Open final will then take place over the weekend, with the women’s singles final on Saturday, September 12 at 4:00 PM ET and the men’s singles final on Sunday, September 13 at 2:00 PM ET.
