Sabalenka and Rybakina ended American hopes, yet Pegula and Gauff still advanced in rankings.
McEnroe weighed Alcaraz against Federer, then praised the Spaniard's US Open return.
Alcaraz and Eala did not reach finals weekend, but both made major US Open impressions in 2026.
Bartoli says the US Open should move to one night match in later rounds after late finishes.
Zverev and Khachanov bring a nine-match rivalry into their US Open semifinal clash.
Shelton’s five-set US Open win over Alcaraz renewed debate about best-of-five tennis.
Zverev has joined a rare Open Era group after reaching the US Open semifinals again.
Abdo’s suggestion on Grand Slam scoring has triggered debate and a swift defence of five-set tennis.
Raducanu is edging toward a comeback, but rankings pressure and fitness doubts remain.
Alcaraz praised Shelton after a five-set US Open quarter-final ended his title defense.
