Wed Sep 03 00:10:00 UTC 2025: ## Alcaraz and Pegula Advance to US Open Semi-Finals
**New York, NY** – Carlos Alcaraz, the world number two, continued his dominant run at the US Open, securing a straight-set victory over Jiri Lehecka in the quarter-finals. Alcaraz defeated his opponent 6-4, 6-2, 6-4, demonstrating impressive control and leaving little room for Lehecka to gain momentum. He now awaits the winner of the Novak Djokovic vs. Taylor Fritz match to determine his opponent in the semi-finals. Alcaraz expressed his determination to focus on enjoying each match and avoiding pressure, particularly concerning the number one spot.
On the women’s side, Jessica Pegula, seeded fourth, also advanced to the semi-finals with a decisive 6-3, 6-3 win against Barbora Krejcikova. Last year’s runner-up will face a tough challenge in the next round against reigning champion Aryna Sabalenka.
Meanwhile, the wheelchair events saw mixed results for British players. Lucy Shuker and her Dutch partner Jiske Griffoen advanced to the semi-finals of the women’s doubles, and Greg Slade, partnered with Australian Jin Woodman, also secured a spot in the quad doubles semi-finals. However, two-time former champions Andy Lapthorne and David Wagner were defeated in a close match.
The US Open action continues Wednesday with the remaining quarter-final matches.
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