Chan refuses handshake with Hsieh in fiery US Open doubles exit

Australian doubles player Maya Joint witnessed a withheld handshake between opponents after losing at the US Open.

Why it mattersShows how personal grievances between rival athletes from the same country can overshadow professional sportsmanship at the highest level.

AustraliaAustralian player drawn into personal tennis conflict between two Chinese Taipei rivals at a major tournament.

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Zverev reaches all four Grand Slam semis in one season

Alexander Zverev beat van de Zandschulp 6-2, 7-5, 6-1 to join an elite group in tennis history.

Why it mattersReaching all four major semi-finals in a single year puts a player in rare company and signals a genuine chance at multiple titles before the calendar year ends.