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Day 10 of the 2024 US Open was filled with emotional highs and lows, featuring notable moments from both the women’s and men’s tournaments. From Iga Swiatek’s tearful exit after a surprising loss to Jessica Pegula, to Coco Gauff’s coach Brad Gilbert addressing her unexpected early exit, the day was packed with drama. The American coach also made a controversial comment regarding the men's final eight.
Additionally, American gymnast Simone Biles and swimmer Katie Ledecky were spotted enjoying the thrilling quarterfinal action, while Jessica Pegula and Emma Navarro made history by advancing to the semifinals. On the men’s side, Jannik Sinner’s victory over Daniil Medvedev marked another highlight, as he joined an elite group of players to reach the final four of all Grand Slams.
Here's a look at these standout moments from a riveting Day 10:
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Simone Biles takes in thrilling QF action in NYC
American gymnast Simone Biles made a fashionable entrance at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center during the 2024 US Open, where she watched quarterfinal matches between Jessica Pegula and Iga Swiatek, as well as Jannik Sinner and Daniil Medvedev.
The seven-time Olympic gold medalist sported a stylish ensemble, featuring a light blue jacket, white crop top, matching pants, and sneakers, as she posed for photos and engaged with the media upon her arrival.
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In an interview at Arthur Ashe Stadium, Biles described the atmosphere at the US Open as "beautiful" and mentioned that she and her husband, Jonathan Owens, are avid fans of Iga Swiatek.
"So far it’s been electric. It’s a lot quieter than I anticipated, but it’s an absolutely beautiful atmosphere. Me and my husband are such big fans of Iga [Swiatek], so to come here and watch her work is just a blessing and an honour,” Biles said.
Additionally, American swimmer Katie Ledecky was present on Day 9 of the tournament to watch Taylor Fritz defeat Alexander Zverev and Emma Navarro secure a win over Paula Badosa in their respective quarterfinals.
Jessica Pegula made her maiden Grand Slam semifinal
Sixth seed Jessica Pegula overcame top seed Iga Swiatek 6-2, 6-4 to advance to her maiden Grand Slam singles semifinal. Pegula has yet to drop a set in the tournament, having previously beaten compatriot Shelby Rogers, Sofia Kenin, Jessica Bouzas Maneiro, 18th seed Diana Shnaider, and now Swiatek.
The American will face Karolina Muchova in the semifinals, who has reached the last four in New York for the second consecutive year following her straight-set victory over 22nd seed Beatriz Haddad Maia.
In addition to Pegula, 13th seed Emma Navarro also reached the semifinals, marking the second consecutive year that two American women have advanced to the US Open semifinals.
On the men's side, Taylor Fritz and Frances Tiafoe have joined them in the semifinals, making this the first time since 2003 that two American men and women have simultaneously reached the final four at the US Open.
Iga Swiatek shed tears after shock QF loss
Iga Swiatek couldn’t hold back her tears after losing her US Open quarterfinal match in straight sets to local favorite Jessica Pegula. The 2022 champion had not dropped a set leading up to her defeat, with victories over Kamilla Rakhimova, Ena Shibahara, Anastasia Pavlyuchenkova, and Liudmila Samsonova.
Following her loss, Swiatek was seen crying and wiping away tears while receiving treatment in the players’ area.
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This was the Pole’s second-best Grand Slam performance of the season, having won the French Open earlier this year. Swiatek was eliminated in the third round of the Australian Open and Wimbledon Championships.
Jannik Sinner achieves major milestone following QF victory
Top seed Jannik Sinner overcame fifth seed and 2021 champion Daniil Medvedev 6-2, 1-6, 6-1, 6-4 to reach his maiden semifinal at the US Open.
By advancing to the semifinal at the New York Major, Sinner became the fourth active player, alongside Novak Djokovic, Rafael Nadal, and Marin Cilic, to reach the final four of all Grand Slams. The Italian accomplished this milestone after making the semifinals at Wimbledon last year and following it up with similar results at the Australian Open and French Open earlier this year.
The Australian Open champion will face 25th seed Jack Draper, who reached his maiden Grand Slam semifinal by defeating 10th seed Alex de Minaur 6-3, 7-5, 6-2. The winner of this match will either face 20th seed Frances Tiafoe or 12th seed Taylor Fritz in the final.
Coco Gauff's coach Brad Gilbert reflects on the former's disappointing US Open exit and addresses the men's draw
Coco Gauff’s coach, Brad Gilbert, expressed his positive outlook and discussed his coaching philosophy following the 20-year-old’s unexpected loss in the fourth round of the US Open.
Gauff began her title defense by defeating Varvara Gracheva, Tatjana Maria, and Elina Svitolina, but lost 3-6, 6-4, 3-6 to compatriot Emma Navarro in the Round of 16. Gauff struggled during the match, committing 60 unforced errors and 19 double faults.
Earlier this year, Gauff won a title at the ASB Classic in Auckland but has not reached the final of any event in women’s singles since then. Fans have called for Gauff to dismiss Gilbert as her coach following her US Open exit.
In an interview with CNBC, Gilbert reflected on Gauff’s US Open performance, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a positive outlook.
"Sometimes they catch you with your head down a little bit, didn't go as well here as we would like. But, the sun comes up the next day and then you got to be positive, and hopefully things will get better," Gilbert said.
Under Gilbert's guidance, Coco Gauff made it to the semifinals at the Australian Open and French Open and won her maiden Grand Slam doubles title at Roland Garros with her partner, Katerina Siniakova.
Meanwhile, he also reviewed the men's final eight, which included the likes of World No. 1 Jannik Sinner, 2021 champion Daniil Medvedev, alongside Alex de Minaur, Jack Draper, and Americans Frances Tiafoe and Taylor Fritz.
With de Minaur and Draper hailing from Australia and Great Britain, respectively, Gilbert expressed delight at the rise of "English speakers."
"Nice that we’ve got four English speakers in the quarters and semis!" Gilbert said before Draper's win over de Minaur, according to tennis journalist Ben Rothenberg.
His seemingly "xenophobic" take did not sit well with tennis fans.
