Zverev beats Khachanov in straight sets to reach US Open final – as it happened

Alexander Zverev reached his first grand slam final in a row with a 6-3 7-6 (7) 7-6 (6) victory against Karen Khachanov in New York Karen Khachanov emerges from the tunnel first, followed by Alexander Zverev.

Apparently the German was a minute or two late because he needed some extra time in the toilet – we’ve all been there. On Arthur Ashe Stadium, a retired servicewoman sings the American national anthem before the players come out.…