Djokovic swats aside Shelton to reach US Open final

Novak Djokovic is aiming to become the oldest US Open men's singles champion in the Open era

Novak Djokovic swatted aside another young contender in American Ben Shelton to reach the US Open final and move within one more victory of a record-equalling 24th major title.

The victory set up a potential rematch with Carlos Alcaraz, who beat Djokovic in July's Wimbledon final, on Sunday.

Defending champion Alcaraz plays Daniil Medvedev in the second semi-final.

Spain's Alcaraz, 20, faces Russian third seed Medvedev, who won his sole major title at Flushing Meadows two years ago, in the night session at 19:00 local time (00:00 BST, Saturday).

Djokovic lost to Medvedev in the 2021 final and was not allowed to enter the United States for last year's tournament because he was unvaccinated against Covid-19.

However, he has now has reached a 10th US Open final on his return to New York and will aim for a fourth title triumph on Sunday.

More to follow.

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