{"id":1810,"date":"2025-09-04T17:40:06","date_gmt":"2025-09-04T15:40:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/eishonline.co.za\/jftl\/?p=1810"},"modified":"2025-09-04T17:40:06","modified_gmt":"2025-09-04T15:40:06","slug":"us-open-day-11-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/eishonline.co.za\/jftl\/2025\/09\/04\/us-open-day-11-2\/","title":{"rendered":"US Open – Day 11"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

\ud83c\udf1f Women\u2019s Singles: Osaka\u2019s Renaissance & Anisimova\u2019s Statement<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Naomi Osaka<\/strong> is officially back. After a rocky couple of seasons, the two-time US Open champion looked every bit the contender as she dispatched Karolina Muchova<\/strong> in straight sets, 6-4, 7-6 (7-3). Osaka\u2019s serve was sharp, her movement fluid, and her mental game locked in. Muchova fought valiantly, especially in the second set, but Osaka\u2019s experience and poise under pressure sealed the deal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, Amanda Anisimova<\/strong> stunned the tennis world by taking out world No. 2 Iga Swiatek<\/strong> in a clinical 6-4, 6-3 victory. Swiatek, known for her baseline dominance, struggled to find rhythm against Anisimova\u2019s aggressive shot-making and fearless court coverage. This marks one of the biggest wins of Anisimova\u2019s career and sets her up for a high-stakes semifinal against Osaka.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udcaa Men\u2019s Singles: Felix\u2019s Fire & Sinner\u2019s Showdown<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Felix Auger-Aliassime<\/strong>, the No. 25 seed, pulled off a gritty four-set win over No. 8 Alex de Minaur<\/strong>, 4-6, 7-6 (9-7), 7-5, 7-6 (7-4). The Canadian\u2019s serve was a weapon, and his ability to stay composed in two tiebreaks proved decisive. De Minaur started strong but couldn\u2019t maintain the momentum as Felix\u2019s confidence grew with each set.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The final men\u2019s quarterfinal featured Jannik Sinner<\/strong> vs. Lorenzo Musetti<\/strong>, a battle of Italian flair and finesse. Sinner, the top seed, came out blazing, dismantling Musetti\u2019s defenses with relentless baseline power and precision. Though the full score wasn\u2019t available at the time of writing, Sinner\u2019s form suggests he\u2019s peaking at just the right moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udd2e Looking Ahead: Semifinal Fireworks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With Osaka vs. Anisimova and Sinner vs. Auger-Aliassime on deck, the semifinals promise to be electric. Will Osaka\u2019s resurgence carry her to another title? Can Felix ride his momentum past the top seed? And will Anisimova continue her giant-slaying run?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One thing\u2019s for sure: the 2025 US Open is delivering a masterclass in unpredictability and passion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stay tuned for more updates as the tournament barrels toward its thrilling conclusion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Onto the Fantasy Leaderboard:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The top 4 teams have not changed once again. ‘Quick-Pick’ remains in the lead however their lead is reduced by 1 point. They now lead by 8 points over ‘Fine Whines’ who is making 2nd spot their own. ‘Drop Shot like it’s Hot’ remains in 3rd spot and is now 11 points away from 2nd making it seem like a 2 team race for the grand prize. ‘Strung Out’ remains in 4th however they are not alone on day 11. ‘Oingo Boingo’ has moved up 3 spots and into the prize positions now sitting in a joint 4th spot.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Top Half<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n
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Bottom Half<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

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