Djokovic beats Murray in 4 sets for 8th consecutive US Open semifinal

Novak Djokovic plays another great match to beat Murray in 4 sets at the US Open.

The world no.1 was at the top of his form to take full advantage of a tired Murray in the 4th set in a 2 hours and 13 minutes fight. Match Stats.

With this win Djokovic reaches his 8th consecutive US Open final.

Djokovic: It was a very physical battle

Nole  “It was a very physical battle in the opening two and a half sets. I didn’t expect anything less before the match knowing I was facing Andy. The last five times we’ve always gone over three, four hours. I’m very glad to get through to another semi-final.”

Murray: I am disappointed

Andy commented “I played a poor tie-break in the first set definitely. I was down in the first set and I fought back. I was down in the second set and a break and I fought back. I fought hard. I played some good tennis. But it wasn’t enough. I’m obviously disappointed.”

The semis vs. Nishikori

Nole will play Kei Nishikori in the final 4. Head to head is 1-1. The world no.1 is the favorite to reach the final.