Ljubicic says tennis faces criticism either way as US Open late-night finishes fuel more debate.
Agassi, Noskova and Zverev all show that Grand Slam titles do not end the pressure.
Osaka, Zverev, Eala and Alcaraz shaped a busy Day 5 at the 2026 US Open.
Zverev beat Halys in another five-setter and now faces a lighter US Open path ahead.
US Open day three delivered strong wins, late drama and a birthday moment.
Zverev survived a five-set US Open opener against Sonego and called it an incredible battle.
McEnroe leans toward Zverev for the US Open as injuries cloud the picture.
Zverev leads Sky Sports’ US Open picks as Sinner misses out and Alcaraz returns.
Zverev rejects favourite tag, backs Alcaraz to contend after wrist injury, and eyes a strong US Open run.
Zverev says he hid his nerves when the French Open suddenly came within reach.
