US Open 2026 Results: Francis Tiafoe Beats Alex Michelsen after Remarkable Comeback
BBC Sport reports on the thrilling victory of Francis Tiafoe over Alex Michelsen in the US Open 2026 quarterfinals.
Tiafoe, the eleventh seed, faced a dominant performance from Michelsen, world number 46, in the early stages of the match, losing the first two sets. However, he mounted an incredible comeback, winning the third set and then the final set in a tiebreak after multiple breaks of serve.
The match lasted four hours and 38 minutes, with Tiafoe showcasing his resilience and determination to reach his third US Open semifinal in five years. He will face either defending champion Carlos Alcaraz or American eighth seed Ben Shelton.
Michelsen, despite the loss, received praise for his performance, especially during his historic run at the tournament. Tiafoe acknowledged Michelsen’s skill and expressed gratitude for the support from the crowd throughout the match.
This victory marks Tiafoe’s fourth five-set win at a major in 2026, with hopes of reaching the US Open final for the first time since his defeats to Alcaraz in 2022 and Taylor Fritz in 2024.
