Carlos Alcaraz (ESP, seed No. 2) reaches the semifinal of the 2026 US Open men's singles (approx. 9–10 September 2026, USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, confirmed by USTA or ATP)
Miss
✦ AI-generated prediction
Published on 27. August 2026
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Predicted for 10. September 2026
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Based on: Statistical Pattern
Alcaraz is the clear title favorite at +140 after Sinner's withdrawal (~42% implied title probability). Reaching the semifinal is significantly more likely than winning: based on Top-2 seed slam history and an open draw without Sinner, SF probability is estimated at ~62%. This prediction does not contradict the existing Zverev tournament winner prediction, as both could reach the final. Bookmaker odds imply ~62% SF probability (derived from title odds, adjusted for typical SF hit-rate for Top-2 seeds). No Polymarket market found specifically for Alcaraz SF.
Data basis for this prediction
- Yahoo Sports: US Open 2026 updated odds post-Sinner – Alcaraz +140 clear favorite (Aug 2026)
- SI.com / ATP Tour: Sinner withdraws from US Open, knee injury (21.08.2026)
- Olympics.com: US Open 2026 schedule – SF dates ca. 9.–10. September 2026
- Tennis365: Alcaraz No. 2 seed, path clearer without Sinner
Verdict: Miss
[Vorzeitig entschieden] Alcaraz erreichte das Halbfinale NICHT. Er verlor im Viertelfinale gegen Ben Shelton 6-7(5), 6-1, 6-3, 1-6, 6-7(7) am 9. September (3:33 Uhr, spätestes Ende in US-Open-Geschichte). Quelle: CNN, NBC News, ESPN.
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