Novak Djokovic ended Taylor Fritz\u2019s run at the U.S. Open on Tuesday, defeating the last remaining American man in the draw with a four-set win, 6-3, 7-5, 3-6, 6-4. The victory extended Djokovic\u2019s perfect record against Fritz to 11-0 and secured his place in the semifinals once again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
At 38, Djokovic became the oldest man in the Open Era to reach the semifinals at all four Grand Slams in a single season, while also notching his record 53rd career appearance at that stage of a major. He punctuated the match with a lighthearted dance dedicated to his daughter, celebrating another milestone in his storied career. Next, Djokovic will face Carlos Alcaraz in a highly anticipated semifinal clash that continues their growing rivalry.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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