Top four seeds in historic semi-final line-up
For the first time since 1975, the top four seeds in the women's US Open singles draw have reached the semi-finals.
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Notable Quotes
"Oh, wow."
— Coco Gauff , Athlete
"How amazing - it doesn't get much better than that does it?"
— Annabel Croft , Athlete
"I think that's what motivates me."
— Jessica Pegula , Athlete
"I'm loving playing against her because it's a battle, because it's a fight, and I love being under pressure and going through tough challenges."
— Aryna Sabalenka , Athlete
Key People
Annabel Croft is a former British number one tennis player and commentator.
Aryna Sabalenka is a Belarusian tennis player who was defeated by Andreeva in the quarterfinals at Roland Garros.
Coco Gauff is a two-time Grand Slam singles champion and the youngest player to reach the semi-finals at all four Grand Slams since Maria Sharapova.
Elena Rybakina is a Kazakhstani professional tennis player and the 2022 Wimbledon champion.
Jessica Pegula is an American professional tennis player currently ranked world number four.
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For the first time since 1975, the top four seeds in the women's US Open singles draw have reached the semi-finals.
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