Emma Navarro faces a significant challenge as she takes on Aryna Sabalenka, the world number two from Belarus, in the semifinals of the U.S. Open at Arthur Ashe Stadium.

Navarro, the 13th seed, is enjoying her best Grand Slam performance to date, having previously eliminated defending champion Coco Gauff in the fourth round.

The two players have met twice before, with Navarro winning their encounter at Indian Wells earlier this year, while Sabalenka triumphed at the French Open. Navarro aims to counter Sabalenka's powerful serve and groundstrokes by being aggressive and extending rallies.

In the second semifinal, Jessica Pegula will compete against the in-form Karolina Muchova from the Czech Republic. Pegula, who recently defeated world number one Iga Swiatek in the quarterfinals, previously faced Muchova in Cincinnati, where she emerged victorious.

Muchova, returning from a wrist injury that sidelined her for ten months, has shown impressive form at the U.S. Open, and both players anticipate a tough match.

Additionally, the day will feature a mixed doubles final where Taylor Townsend and Donald Young will compete against Italians Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori.

Young is looking to conclude his career on a high note before transitioning to professional pickleball.
Match Schedule for Thursday
Arthur Ashe Stadium:
Mixed Doubles Final: Taylor Townsend/Donald Young (U.S.) vs. Sara Errani/Andrea Vavassori (Italy)
Time: 3 PM ET / 1900 GMT
Women's Singles Semifinals:
Emma Navarro (U.S.) vs. Aryna Sabalenka (Belarus)
Time: 7 PM ET / 2300 GMT
Jessica Pegula (U.S.) vs. Karolina Muchova (Czech Republic)
Time: Following Navarro vs. Sabalenka
With the potential for an all-American final, home fans are eagerly anticipating the outcomes of these high-stakes matches.