Djokovic gets into it with the US Open crowd and improves to 11-0 against Fritz to reach the semis
Djokovic's 11-0 record over Fritz extends as he advances to his 53rd Grand Slam semifinal, continuing the U.S. drought without a male major singles champion since 2003.
- Novak Djokovic defeated Taylor Fritz in four sets 6-3, 7-5, 3-6, 6-4 to reach the semifinals at the 2025 U.S. Open in New York on September 2.
- Djokovic's victory continued his 11-0 undefeated record against Fritz and was influenced by critical break points saved, while Fritz missed several opportunities.
- The match featured back-and-forth crowd interactions, with Djokovic blowing kisses and celebrating a dance inspired by his daughter Tara's eighth birthday on the same day.
- Djokovic said in his post-match interview that the dance was a 'big present' for Tara and referenced practicing it with her to make her smile, linking it to the song 'Soda Pop' from KPop Demon Hunters.
- Djokovic will face Carlos Alcaraz, who has not dropped a set, in the semifinal scheduled for Friday, extending Djokovic’s record 53rd Grand Slam semifinal appearance.
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