Carlos Alcaraz Reaches First Major Semifinal with US Open Thriller

Epic Five-Set Match Ends at Record-Breaking Time

Spanish teenager Carlos Alcaraz has made history by reaching his first major semifinal after defeating Italy's Jannik Sinner in a thrilling US Open match that concluded at a record-breaking time. The five-set epic, which lasted for five hours and 15 minutes, ended at 2:50 am ET in Arthur Ashe Stadium.

Alcaraz's Triumphant Victory

Alcaraz, the 19-year-old world number four, displayed incredible resilience and determination throughout the match. After losing the second and fourth sets to Sinner, he fought back to win the fifth and decisive set 7-5. The victory marks Alcaraz's first-ever Grand Slam semifinal appearance and cements his status as one of the rising stars in tennis.

Historic Match

Not only was the match a thrilling spectacle for tennis fans, but it also made history as the latest-finishing match at the US Open. The previous record was set in 2012 when Andy Murray and Novak Djokovic played a five-set thriller that ended at 2:45 am ET.

Alcaraz's victory will undoubtedly inspire young players around the world. His determination and fighting spirit demonstrate the power of perseverance and the importance of never giving up.