Khachanov Exits US Open Semifinals, Takes Aim at Zverev’s Ball-Bouncing Habit
Russian player Karen Khachanov was defeated by Germany’s Alexander Zverev in three tight sets in the US Open semi‑final. After the match Khachanov criticised Zverev’s lengthy ball‑bouncing routine, saying it disrupted his rhythm, while Zverev admitted he had no clear reason for the habit.