Djokovic easily defeats Fritz to get to the US Open semifinals for the record.

• Djokovic defeats American No. 9 seed with ease, winning 6-1, 6-4, 6-4.
• reaches his 47th grand slam semifinal of his career, a men's record

 Taylor Fritz, the ninth seed, was left as the highest-ranked player there other than Novak Djokovic for a while after a week full of upsets in the men's draw's bottom half. His continued participation in this competition, which has led to his first US Open quarterfinal, is the result of another solid, reliable season as the 25-year-old has made a name for himself among the top players.

However, the gap between the second- and ninth-ranked players is enormous at a time when the top two players, Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz, are operating at such a high level. In his easy 6-1, 6-4, 6-4 victory over Fritz on Tuesday afternoon, Djokovic never once seemed in danger.

The normal deep run at a big event leads to more records for the world No. 1 next week. The 36-year-old has now broken his tie with his former nemesis Roger Federer by making it to a men's record 47th grand slam semifinal.

Djokovic reflected on his early years as he started his career in war-torn Serbia when asked what these achievements mean to him. To obtain a chance to travel and play international sport, he remarked, "I had to face a lot of adversity that I endured." "I had the good fortune to meet some extremely knowledgeable, very passionate individuals who encouraged me and my abilities. I would not be here if it were not for them and their support.

There are numerous things for which I am quite grateful. At this age and in my stage of life, it's obviously a huge opportunity every single time I step out on the court. I'm trying to have fun since I don't know how many more opportunities I'll receive.

Despite the US Open being one of Djokovic's least successful grand slam events, his 13 semi-final appearances here place him second all-time among men, only behind Jimmy Connors, who made it to 14. On Friday, he will undoubtedly compete against a fellow American, either Frances Tiafoe or Ben Shelton.

Djokovic said he hoped the victory would send a message to the locker room after his late-night comeback against his countryman Laslo Djere in the third round after falling behind two sets to love. Since then, he has played his part to perfection, progressively improving as he has dominated convincingly and won nine sets in a row.

Fritz could not have entered the quarterfinals in better shape, and he was given a favourable draw as a result of the departure of the top seeds from their half. As he easily defeated most opponents, he had not lost a set. He has only dropped serve once in his 50 service games.

Fritz was totally outmatched by Djokovic, however, on every aspect of the court. Djokovic broke his opponent's serve in just one return game, and the American's first set loss in the tournament could not have been more lopsided.

Djokovic efficiently guarded his serve throughout the contest, allowing just one break of service throughout the course of the three sets. Djokovic destroyed Fritz's second serve in his service games, allowing him to win just 28% of the points after the hit.

The difference in movement and agility between the two players was especially obvious, with Djokovic effortlessly outmanoeuvring his rival in the lengthy rallies as he skillfully handled the challenge and continued to move.

Djokovic performed a few Beastie Boys lyrics during his on-court interview after clinching yet another victory before leaving Arthur Ashe Stadium. The Beastie Boys song was playing in the stadium while he did so. He plays excellent tennis as he advances to the championship rounds and appears to be well-prepared for whatever may lie ahead. Greater obstacles lie ahead.