Revenge on Arthur Ashe: Amanda Anisimova celebrates victory over Iga Swiatek at the US Open. Image: AFP
(The Post News) – Revenge on Arthur Ashe dominated the US Open as upsets shocked fans and shifted the tournament’s momentum. Amanda Anisimova delivered the biggest blow. She defeated six-time Grand Slam champion Iga Swiatek 6-4, 6-3. Just weeks earlier, Swiatek crushed Anisimova 6-0, 6-0 at Wimbledon. Anisimova didn’t stop there. She ousted four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka 6-7, 7-6, 6-3.
Her victory guarantees an American will meet Aryna Sabalenka in the final. Fans rallied behind Anisimova, chanting “We love you, Amanda!” on Arthur Ashe Stadium. The atmosphere turned electric as the American claimed her revenge.
Revenge on Arthur Ashe: Osaka Strikes Back at Gauff in Stunning US Open Clash
Naomi Osaka shocked Coco Gauff with a 6-7, 7-6, 6-3 win. Gauff had humiliated Osaka in 2021 at the Australian Open. This time, Osaka flipped the script. She smiled through interviews, embracing the spotlight she once avoided. With her new mindset and style, Osaka’s comeback feels unstoppable.
Canada’s Felix Auger-Aliassime stunned World No. 3 Alexander Zverev 4-6, 7-6, 6-4, 6-4. He also beat Australian No. 1 Alex De Minaur earlier in the tournament. Felix has extra motivation. He’s preparing for his wedding to Nina Ghaibi after the final. At this pace, she might reschedule.
Novak Djokovic silenced the home crowd by beating Taylor Fritz for the 11th time, 6-3, 7-6, 6-3, 6-4. His victory sets up a semifinal clash with Carlos Alcaraz. Djokovic, Aliassime, and Sinner remain locked in for glory. Revenge will define the final battles on Arthur Ashe.