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Carlos Alcaraz finally conquers the Paris Masters, Ben Shelton makes a huge statement, and Novak Djokovic faces some big questions heading into 2027! 🎾🔥 We break down all the biggest stories from Paris before looking ahead to the ATP and WTA Finals.   SUBSCRIBE for more tennis news, analysis, debates and interviews!   Welcome back to We're Going Five! In Season 3, Episode 41, Yousef, Ismaeel and Haroon recap the Paris Masters, debate the biggest performances of the week and preview the season-ending championships.   👑 Alcaraz Finally Conquers the Haunted Paris Masters! After years of trying, Carlos Alcaraz finally gets his hands on the Paris Masters trophy! His fifth title of the season, 10th consecutive win and first major indoor title. Has Carlitos finally figured out how to dominate indoors?   🚀 Did Shelton Prove He's Tier 1 With His Paris Run? Ben Shelton put together an impressive run in Paris, beating Tommy Paul, Luca Van Assche, Arthur Rinderknech and Cameron Norrie on his way through the draw. Is this the breakthrough that confirms Shelton belongs among the very best?   🤔 What's Next for Novak Djokovic? For the first time in his career, Djokovic finishes a season outside the Top 10 and with a losing win percentage in Masters events. After missing out on the ATP Finals, what should we expect from Novak in 2027?   📉 Is Zverev Really Underperforming? Another disappointing early exit for Alexander Zverev, this time at the hands of Lorenzo Musetti in straight sets. Are expectations too high, or is Zverev genuinely failing to deliver?   📈 Biggest Winners of the Week We highlight the players who impressed us most in Paris: Luca Van Assche: A huge run to the semifinals. Taylor Fritz: Another strong week on the ATP Tour. Casper Ruud: A performance worth talking about. 🏆 Thoughts on the ATP Finals Lineup? The eight players are set: Zverev, Alcaraz, Shelton, Medvedev, Cobolli, Fils, Tiafoe and Jódar. Four players will make their ATP Finals debut, while Alcaraz looks for his first title, Medvedev his second and Zverev his third. Meanwhile, De Minaur, Djokovic and Fritz have missed out. We discuss the lineup, the biggest contenders and who has the best chance of lifting the trophy.   🧨 Overreaction or Not? We put four bold tennis takes to the test: Rafael Jódar's season is one of the most impressive first seasons in tennis history. After missing the ATP Finals, Djokovic will plan to play much more tennis in 2027. Alcaraz will not drop a set for the rest of the season. Alcaraz and Shelton will meet in the ATP Finals championship match. 📊 Where Were We Right & Wrong? We look back at our Paris Masters predictions: Haroon backed Zverev – Wrong. Yousef backed Medvedev – Wrong. Ismaeel backed Alcaraz – Right! 🔮 Who Ya Got in the WTA Finals? The WTA season-ending championships are here! We give our predictions and debate who will finish the season as champion.   🏆 Who Ya Got in the ATP Finals? Eight of the best players in the world, one final title to fight for. We make our picks for the ATP Finals and discuss who will end the season on top.   JOIN THE DEBATE! Has Alcaraz finally become the complete indoor player? Is Shelton ready to challenge for the biggest titles? And what does 2027 have in store for Djokovic? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!   Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3ZIET9j Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2qEC0ZeVH014svbE7VFAJB  Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weregoingfivepod/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@were.going.five Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/weregoingfive Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568066890100  Check out more from TSH Tennis here:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tsh.tennis/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tsh.tennis Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesportshub.tennis Twitter: https://x.com/TSH_Tennis 

Carlos Alcaraz conquers Vienna, Valentin Vacherot produces a dream run in Basel, and the debate around Alexander Zverev's World No. 1 status continues! 🎾🔥 We recap the biggest stories from Basel and Vienna before looking ahead to the Paris Masters and the race for the ATP Finals.   SUBSCRIBE to TSH Tennis for the BEST tennis videos, match analysis and debates: https://www.youtube.com/@tshtennis?sub_confirmation=1    Welcome back to the We're Going Five Podcast! In Season 3, Episode 40, Yousef, Ismaeel and Haroon break down the latest action on the ATP Tour, discuss the biggest talking points and preview the final Masters 1000 event of the season.   👑 King Carlitos Conquers Vienna! Carlos Alcaraz claims his fourth title of the season and extends his incredible ATP 500 winning streak. With 26 consecutive victories at this level and an unbeaten record in ATP 500 events in 2026, just how dominant has Carlitos become?   🚀 Valentin Vacherot's Dream Run in Basel! From Navone and Jódar to Rune, Fritz and Lehecka, Vacherot took down a series of big names on his way to an unforgettable run in Basel. We look back at his remarkable performances and what this breakthrough could mean for his career.   🤔 Is Zverev's World No. 1 Status Fairly Criticized? Alexander Zverev is the new World No. 1, but his recent semifinal defeats have raised questions. After losses to De Minaur in Vienna, Davidovich Fokina in Shanghai and Djokovic in Beijing, is the criticism justified?   🎾 Juanki Joins Shelton's Team! What do we make of Juanki joining Ben Shelton's team? After not playing for 11 years, he's now trying to qualify for the ATP Finals. We discuss the move and what it could mean.   🏆 ATP Paris Masters Preview The final Masters 1000 tournament of the season is here! Who is still in contention for a place at the ATP Finals, and what should we expect as the race reaches its conclusion?   🔮 Who Ya Got in Paris? We give our picks for the Paris Masters. Who's taking home the title?   JOIN THE DEBATE! Was Alcaraz's Vienna run another statement of dominance? Is Vacherot ready to become a regular contender? And does Zverev deserve the criticism he's receiving?   Let us know your thoughts in the comments! Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3ZIET9j Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2qEC0ZeVH014svbE7VFAJB  Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weregoingfivepod/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@were.going.five Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/weregoingfive Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568066890100  Check out more from TSH Tennis here:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tsh.tennis/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tsh.tennis Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesportshub.tennis Twitter: https://x.com/TSH_Tennis #weregoingfive #tshtennis

Alejandro Davidovich Fokina is an ATP Masters 1000 champion, Rafa Jódar is making waves, and Joao Fonseca’s season ends in heartbreak! 🎾🔥 The Shanghai Masters delivered breakthrough performances, major ranking battles and big questions about the ATP’s next generation. SUBSCRIBE to TSH Tennis for the BEST tennis videos, match analysis and debates: https://www.youtube.com/@tshtennis?sub_confirmation=1 Welcome to Season 3, Episode 39 of the WGF Podcast, where Yousef, Ismaeel and Haroon break down the biggest stories from the Shanghai Masters and look ahead to Almaty, Lyon and Brussels! 🏆 Davidovich Fokina Joins the Masters Champions Club! From starting his career 0–5 in finals to winning Shanghai, Alejandro Davidovich Fokina has completed a remarkable turnaround. After coming from a set down against Alexander Zverev, Rafa Jódar and Hubert Hurkacz, is this the breakthrough that changes his career? 🚀 Did Rafa Jódar Prove Anything New in Shanghai? Four consecutive comeback wins, a straight-sets victory over former champion Daniil Medvedev and a first Masters final. Just how high can the young Spaniard climb? 📈 Are the 1990s Generation Back at Their Best? Alexander Zverev, Daniil Medvedev and Davidovich Fokina all made headlines in Shanghai. Is the generation born in the 1990s ready to take control again? 🎾 Djokovic in Basel & Alcaraz in Vienna Novak Djokovic returns to Basel after 11 years as he continues his push towards the ATP Finals. Meanwhile, what should we expect from Carlos Alcaraz in Vienna? 🏁 Who Makes the ATP Finals? The race is heating up, with Cobolli, Medvedev, Tiafoe, Fils, Jódar, De Minaur, Djokovic and Fritz battling for a place among the world's best eight. Who gets in, and who misses out? 💔 Joao Fonseca's Season-Ending Injury Lingering back problems bring Fonseca's season to an early end. After starting the year with back issues, the Brazilian faces another setback. How damaging will this be to his ranking and development? And were our Top 5 and Top 10 season predictions way off? 👋 Gaël Monfils' Silent Retirement? Monfils was expected to play Paris and Lyon, but withdrew from both tournaments. Are we witnessing the quiet end of an incredible tennis career? 🔮 Who Ya Got? Almaty, Lyon & Brussels! Who wins this week's tournaments? Drop your picks and predictions in the comments! 👇 JOIN THE DEBATE! Can Davidovich Fokina build on his biggest career breakthrough? Is Jódar ready to compete with the elite? Who deserves the final ATP Finals spots? And what comes next for Fonseca? Share your takes in the comments, and subscribe to TSH Tennis for weekly tennis recaps, player analysis, predictions and the biggest debates on the ATP Tour.    Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3ZIET9j Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2qEC0ZeVH014svbE7VFAJB Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weregoingfivepod/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@were.going.five Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/weregoingfive Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568066890100  Check out more from TSH Tennis here:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tsh.tennis/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tsh.tennis Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesportshub.tennis Twitter: https://x.com/TSH_Tennis 

    Novak Djokovic makes history in Beijing, Carlos Alcaraz dominates Tokyo, Jannik Sinner’s season ends through injury, and Alexander Zverev becomes World No. 1. Plus our full Shanghai Masters 2026 preview. 🔥🎾   SUBSCRIBE to TSH Tennis for ATP tennis recaps, match analysis, predictions, debates and weekly tennis coverage: https://www.youtube.com/@tshtennis?sub_confirmation=1   Welcome to We’re Going Five Podcast Season 3 Episode 38, our full Beijing & Tokyo 2026 Recap.   Djokovic adds another historic title to his career. Alcaraz remains perfect in Tokyo. Sinner receives a major injury update. Zverev reaches World No. 1. And before we leave the Asian swing, we preview the Shanghai Masters and make our champion picks.   ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS   0:00:00 Intro 00:00:59 Novak Djokovic Rewrites History in Beijing 00:15:00 Carlos Alcaraz Dominates in Tokyo 00:23:48 Thoughts on Sinner’s Season Ending Injury? 00:33:42 Zverev To Become The New World No.1! 00:41:42 Biggest Winners of the week! 00:45:19 Spicy No Spicy? 00:50:46 Overreaction or Not? 00:58:59 Shanghai Masters Preview 01:03:20 Who Ya Got in Shanghai?   🐐 NOVAK DJOKOVIC REWRITES HISTORY IN BEIJING   Novak Djokovic does it again.   34-0 in Beijing.   The best record he has produced at any tournament.   The oldest ATP 500 champion in history.   And career title No. 102.   Djokovic had to go through three completely different challenges on his way to the title:   Alexander Zverev from a set down. Daniil Medvedev in straight sets. Alex de Minaur in a tiebreak battle.   At this stage of his career, how is Novak STILL doing this?   And after everything we have seen in 2026, could another huge title still be coming before the season ends?   👑 CARLOS ALCARAZ DOMINATES TOKYO   Carlos Alcaraz continues his ridiculous run.   10-0 in Tokyo.   Back-to-back Tokyo titles.   Four consecutive ATP 500 tournaments won.   And career title No. 27.   Alcaraz is now third among Spanish men for career titles, behind only the legends ahead of him.   After the injury problems that interrupted his season, Carlos has come back firing.   So how high is his level right now?   And could Alcaraz actually finish 2026 without losing another match?   🚨 JANNIK SINNER’S SEASON IS OVER   Jannik Sinner’s injury problems continue.   Sinner has been advised to rest and continue therapy for his tendon issues rather than undergo surgery, bringing his 2026 season to an early end.   What does this mean long term?   Is avoiding surgery the right decision?   And after such a complicated year physically, what version of Sinner should we expect when he returns?   🥇 ZVEREV BECOMES WORLD NO. 1   Alexander Zverev reaches World No. 1 and becomes the 30th man in ATP history to hold the top ranking.   It is another enormous milestone in what has already been a career-changing season.   But there is an interesting wrinkle:   Zverev has only two Top 10 wins all year.   Does that matter?   Or does becoming World No. 1 simply prove that consistency across an entire season matters more than individual marquee wins?   📈 BIGGEST WINNERS OF THE WEEK   Outside the champions, who improved their stock the most?   Alex de Minaur?   Jiri Lehecka?   Valentin Vacherot?   We pick the players leaving the week with the biggest momentum boost.   🌶️ SPICY NO SPICY   Daniil Medvedev finds himself at the center of controversy again after his Djokovic match and a default following an incident involving a fan.   Then there is Terence Atmane, who retired from two tournaments in consecutive weeks deep in deciding sets and also threw his racket into the stands.   Spicy?   No spicy?   Or completely unacceptable?   🧨 OVERREACTION OR NOT?   Novak Djokovic will win another big title before the end of 2026.   Carlos Alcaraz will not lose another match this year.   Djokovic should never play Beijing again and protect the perfect record.   Rafael Jodar will not regain his form until 2027.   Four takes.   Four verdicts.   🇨🇳 SHANGHAI MASTERS PREVIEW   The Asian swing continues with the Shanghai Masters 2026.   We break down the draw, the biggest contenders, dangerous matchups, upset possibilities and the players carrying momentum into another Masters 1000 event.   🏆 WHO YA GOT IN SHANGHAI?   Ismaeel.   Haroon.   Yousef.   Three champion picks.   Who leaves Shanghai with the trophy?   👇 DROP YOUR TAKE   Can Djokovic win another major title this season?   Will Alcaraz lose again in 2026?   What does Sinner’s injury mean for next year?   And who are YOU taking to win Shanghai?   Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3ZIET9j Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2qEC0ZeVH014svbE7VFAJB   Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weregoingfivepod/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@were.going.five Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/weregoingfive Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568066890100   Check out more from TSH Tennis here:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tsh.tennis/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tsh.tennis Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesportshub.tennis Twitter: https://x.com/TSH_Tennis   #weregoingfive #tshtennis

US Open 2026 Final Recap: Alexander Zverev defeats Ben Shelton to become US Open champion, Elena Rybakina conquers New York, and we debate what both results mean for the future of tennis. 🏆🇺🇸   SUBSCRIBE for the BEST tennis debates, Grand Slam reactions, match analysis, predictions, and weekly ATP & WTA breakdowns: https://www.youtube.com/@tshtennis?sub_confirmation=1   Welcome to the We’re Going Five Podcast US Open 2026 Final Recap.   Alexander Zverev is the US Open champion. Ben Shelton’s incredible New York run finishes one match short of his first Grand Slam. Elena Rybakina captures the women’s US Open title.   We break down both finals, debate our biggest US Open overreactions, reveal who nailed their pre-tournament predictions and dark horses, and make our super early ATP Finals 2026 picks.   ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS   00:00:00 Intro 00:00:52 ZVEREV CROWNED US OPEN KING! 00:22:10 WHAT'S NEXT FOR SHELTON? 00:31:12 RYBAKINA CONQUERS NEW YORK! 00:43:09 OVERREACTION OR NOT? 00:50:30 PREDICTIONS & DARK HORSE REVEAL 00:59:33 SUPER EARLY ATP FINALS PICKS!   👑 ZVEREV CROWNED US OPEN KING   Alexander Zverev wins the 2026 US Open.   After another incredible Grand Slam season, Sascha leaves Arthur Ashe Stadium with another major trophy and strengthens his case as one of the best players in the world.   We break down the Zverev vs Shelton US Open final, how Zverev neutralized Shelton’s weapons, and why Sascha continues to look increasingly comfortable in the biggest matches in tennis.   Was the difference his serve?   His backhand?   His ability to absorb Shelton’s first strike?   Or simply his experience in these moments?   And after everything Zverev has accomplished in 2026…   Can Sascha finish the season as World No. 1?   🇺🇸 WHAT’S NEXT FOR BEN SHELTON?   Ben Shelton falls one match short of becoming a Grand Slam champion.   But this US Open changed the conversation around him.   Shelton showed improved patience, stronger returning, better rally tolerance and the ability to beat elite players deep in a major.   So what happens next?   Is Shelton officially a legitimate Grand Slam contender?   What still separates him from the very best players in the world?   And was this actually Ben Shelton’s best chance to win a Slam, or are his biggest opportunities still ahead of him?   👑 RYBAKINA CONQUERS NEW YORK   Elena Rybakina is the 2026 US Open champion.   One of the most dangerous power players in women’s tennis delivers on one of the biggest stages in the sport.   We break down why Rybakina’s serve and first-strike tennis are so devastating on hard courts, what this championship means for her place in the WTA hierarchy, and how high her ceiling really is when healthy.   Which leads to one huge question:   Can Elena Rybakina complete the Career Grand Slam in 2027?   🧨 OVERREACTION OR NOT?   Four takes. Four verdicts.   Zverev will finish 2026 as Year-End World No. 1.   This was Ben Shelton’s best chance to win a Grand Slam.   Elena Rybakina will complete the Career Grand Slam next year.   Aryna Sabalenka will finish the year outside the Top 4.   Overreaction… or are we actually cooking?   🔮 PREDICTIONS & DARK HORSE REVEAL   Time to pull out the receipts.   Before the US Open started, we made our champion predictions, early exit picks, Ride or Die selections and dark horse choices.   Now the tournament is finished.   Who actually predicted the champions?   Which dark horse made the deepest run?   Who completely misunderstood the draw?   Which pick died immediately?   And who gets bragging rights until the next Grand Slam?   We reveal all of our pre-tournament picks and grade how well our US Open 2026 predictions actually aged.   🎯 SUPER EARLY ATP FINALS PICKS   The Grand Slam season is over.   Now the ATP Race to Turin gets serious.   Who qualifies for the 2026 ATP Finals?   Who misses out?   Which player could make a late-season surge?   And if the ATP Finals started tomorrow…   Who would we pick to win the whole thing?   👇 JOIN THE DEBATE   Will Zverev finish 2026 as World No. 1?   Was this Shelton’s best chance at a Slam?   Can Rybakina complete the Career Grand Slam?   Does Sabalenka finish outside the Top 4?   And who wins the ATP Finals?   Drop your takes below 👇   Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3ZIET9j Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2qEC0ZeVH014svbE7VFAJB   Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weregoingfivepod/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@were.going.five Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/weregoingfive Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568066890100   Check out more from TSH Tennis here:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tsh.tennis/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tsh.tennis Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesportshub.tennis Twitter: https://x.com/TSH_Tennis   #weregoingfive #tshtennis

US Open 2026 semifinal recap: Ben Shelton beats Frances Tiafoe, Alexander Zverev defeats Karen Khachanov, and now Shelton vs Zverev is set for the US Open final. We break down both semifinals and preview who wins the title in New York. 🇺🇸🎾   SUBSCRIBE for the BEST tennis debates, reactions, predictions, and weekly breakdowns: https://www.youtube.com/@tshtennis?sub_confirmation=1   Welcome to our US Open 2026 Semifinal Recap on the We’re Going Five Podcast.   We react to Ben Shelton vs Frances Tiafoe, break down Alexander Zverev vs Karen Khachanov, and preview the massive Ben Shelton vs Alexander Zverev US Open final.   Who has the edge? What decided the semifinals? And who leaves New York as US Open champion?   Timestamps: 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:46 THOUGHTS ON SHELTON VS TIAFOE? 00:15:00 THOUGHTS ON ZVEREV VS KHACHANOV? 00:25:47 SHELTON VS ZVEREV PREVIEW 00:34:20 WYG: SHELTON OR ZVEREV?   🇺🇸 SHELTON BEATS TIAFOE   Ben Shelton gets through Frances Tiafoe and reaches the biggest final of his career.   After finally earning his first Top 3 victory earlier in the tournament, Shelton keeps the momentum going inside Arthur Ashe Stadium and survives an all-American US Open semifinal with everything on the line.   How much has Shelton actually improved during this US Open?   Is his serve still the biggest story, or has his return game, movement, shot tolerance and decision-making finally caught up with the enormous weapons everyone already knew he had?   And for Frances Tiafoe, after another deep run in New York, should this US Open feel like major progress or another enormous opportunity missed?   💪 ZVEREV GETS PAST KHACHANOV   Alexander Zverev defeats Karen Khachanov and reaches another Grand Slam final.   Zverev has been one of the most consistent Grand Slam players in men’s tennis throughout 2026, and now he has another opportunity to add to his major collection.   What stood out most against Khachanov?   Was it the first serve?   The backhand?   His baseline patience?   Or simply Zverev looking increasingly comfortable in the biggest matches on the ATP Tour?   🔥 SHELTON VS ZVEREV US OPEN FINAL PREVIEW   Now we get the matchup.   Ben Shelton vs Alexander Zverev for the 2026 US Open title.   Shelton brings one of the biggest serves in tennis, explosive first-strike power, left-handed patterns, Arthur Ashe Stadium crowd support and absolutely no fear.   Zverev brings Grand Slam final experience, elite serving, one of the best two-handed backhands in tennis and the confidence of a player who has consistently reached the business end of majors this season.   The tactical questions are fascinating.   Can Shelton consistently attack Zverev’s forehand?   Can Zverev neutralize Shelton’s lefty serve?   Who wins the backhand exchanges?   Can Shelton keep the rallies short and dictate with his forehand?   Can Zverev turn this into a physical baseline battle?   And if the US Open final becomes a four or five-hour fight, which player do we trust more under pressure?   🎯 WHO YA GOT?   BEN SHELTON OR ALEXANDER ZVEREV?   Does Shelton complete the dream New York run and win his first Grand Slam title?   Or does Zverev’s experience and consistency become too much in the biggest match of the tournament?   👇 DROP YOUR PICK   Shelton or Zverev?   How many sets?   And who will be holding the US Open trophy at Arthur Ashe Stadium?   Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3ZIET9j Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2qEC0ZeVH014svbE7VFAJB   Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weregoingfivepod/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@were.going.five Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/weregoingfive Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568066890100   Check out more from TSH Tennis here:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tsh.tennis/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tsh.tennis Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesportshub.tennis Twitter: https://x.com/TSH_Tennis

Shelton finally beats a Top 3 player. Tiafoe comes back from TWO sets down with Michelsen serving for the match. And now they meet for a spot in the US Open final. New York has gone crazy. 🇺🇸🔥 SUBSCRIBE for the BEST tennis debates, reactions, predictions, and weekly breakdowns: https://www.youtube.com/@tshtennis?sub_confirmation=1 Welcome to our US Open Quarterfinal Recap on the We’re Going Five Podcast. We break down Ben Shelton’s massive win over Carlos Alcaraz, Frances Tiafoe somehow surviving Alex Michelsen, Alexander Zverev taking care of Botic van de Zandschulp, and Karen Khachanov ending Alexander Blockx’s incredible run. Then it is semifinal time. Shelton vs Tiafoe. Zverev vs Khachanov. Who reaches the US Open final? Timestamps:  0:00 Intro 0:56 Thoughts on Shelton vs Alcaraz? 23:13 Thoughts on Tiafoe vs Michelsen 32:35 Shelton vs Tiafoe Preview 37:51 Thoughts on Zverev vs Botic 43:06 Thoughts on Khachanov vs Blockx 47:53 Zverev vs Khachanov Preview 🇺🇸 SHELTON FINALLY DOES IT Ben Shelton takes down Carlos Alcaraz and gets one of the biggest wins of his career. Before this match, Shelton had gone 0–17 against Top 3 opponents. Eighteenth time lucky. But was this Shelton finally showing that his ceiling is even higher than we thought? Or did Alcaraz leave the door open? We break down Shelton’s serving, aggression, mentality and what this win means for his development at Grand Slam level. 🤯 BIG FOE SOMEHOW SURVIVES Frances Tiafoe was two sets down. Alex Michelsen was serving for the match. And Tiafoe still found a way to win. On Arthur Ashe Stadium, with his US Open run disappearing in front of him, Big Foe produces another unforgettable New York comeback. Was this Tiafoe showing the mentality of a genuine Slam contender? Or did Michelsen suffer one of the most painful collapses of the tournament? 🔥 SHELTON VS TIAFOE And now we get the matchup America wanted. Ben Shelton vs Frances Tiafoe for a place in the US Open final. Shelton enters after the biggest win of his career. Tiafoe enters after one of the biggest comebacks of his career. Two huge personalities. Two massive forehands. Arthur Ashe Stadium. And an American guaranteed to play for the US Open title. Who handles the moment better? 🎯 WHO YA GOT? Shelton or Tiafoe? We break down the serve battle, return games, pressure moments, experience and who we trust more if this gets tight late. 💪 ZVEREV KEEPS MOVING Alexander Zverev gets past Botic van de Zandschulp and continues another deep Grand Slam run. After everything Sascha has done at the majors in 2026, is he quietly becoming the safest player in men’s tennis to make the business end of a Slam? And more importantly, is this finally the tournament where he adds another major? 🚀 WHAT A RUN FROM BLOCKX Alexander Blockx’s US Open run finally ends against Karen Khachanov. Even without reaching the semifinal, Blockx leaves New York having announced himself on one of the biggest stages in tennis. We discuss what impressed us most about his run and whether this was a one tournament explosion or the beginning of something much bigger. ⚔️ ZVEREV VS KHACHANOV The other semifinal gives us a completely different type of battle. Alexander Zverev vs Karen Khachanov. Two huge servers. Two powerful baseliners. Two players comfortable going deep at Grand Slams. Does Zverev’s backhand and consistency give him the advantage? Can Khachanov make this physical and drag Sascha into another long Grand Slam fight? And who handles the pressure of being one match away from the US Open final? 🎯 WHO YA GOT? Zverev or Khachanov? 👇 DROP YOUR PICKS Shelton or Tiafoe? Zverev or Khachanov? And who are you taking to WIN the US Open from the final four?

Novak Djokovic’s shocking loss raises a big question: can he still win another Grand Slam? We break down the defeat, discuss whether his lighter tournament schedule hurt his preparation, and debate what comes next for the GOAT! SUBSCRIBE for the best tennis stories every week ➜ https://www.youtube.com/@tshtennis?sub_confirmation=1 Is playing fewer matches helping Djokovic preserve his best tennis for the majors—or leaving him short of match sharpness when it matters most? We explore what this result says about his Grand Slam ambitions and whether there’s still a path back to the biggest titles. Do you think Djokovic will win another major? Share your thoughts in the comments, and subscribe for more tennis debates. #USOpen #Tennis #Djokovic #Zverev #Alcaraz #ArthurFils #Medvedev #Shelton #Rybakina #Pegula #Anisimova #WGFPodcast   Timestamps: 0:45 Thoughts on Djokovic's Shocking Loss 11:34 Is the Grand Slam Dream Over? 18:06 Did the light schedule hinder him? 21:58 What Now For The Goat?   Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3ZIET9j Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2qEC0ZeVH014svbE7VFAJB  Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weregoingfivepod/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@were.going.five Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/weregoingfive Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568066890100 Check out more from TSH Tennis here:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tsh.tennis/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tsh.tennis Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesportshub.tennis Twitter: https://x.com/TSH_Tennis #weregoingfive #tshtennis

Djokovic gets a dream US Open draw? Alcaraz gets screwed? Zverev might have the clearest path of anyone, while Fils and Rybakina could be in serious trouble. The US Open draw is HERE. 🇺🇸🎾   SUBSCRIBE for the BEST tennis debates, reactions, predictions, and weekly breakdowns: https://www.youtube.com/@tshtennis?sub_confirmation=1   Welcome to We’re Going Five Podcast Season 3 Episode 30, our full US Open Draw Preview. We break down both draws from top to bottom: who got lucky, who got absolutely screwed, the first round fireworks, dangerous early matchups, Top 10 players on upset watch, our US Open Bingo cards, Ride or Die players, fan hot takes, dark horses, and finally our champions. And with the US Open picture completely open, the arguments get VERY different.     🍀 WHO GOT LUCKY? The guys disagree on who really received the biggest gift from the draw, but one thing is clear: there are some VERY different roads to the second week. Does Djokovic have the path he needs to chase Grand Slam No. 25? And after everything Zverev has done at the majors in 2026, did the draw just give him another massive opportunity?   💀 WHO GOT SCREWED? How much can a difficult bracket change everything?   🔥 EARLY ROUND FIREWORKS The first week is LOADED. Potential matchups include: Wawrinka vs Berrettini Shelton vs Griekspoor Fils vs Tsitsipas Musetti vs Arthur Fery Rafael Jodar vs Kokkinakis And those are only some of the matches that could turn the draw upside down before we even reach the second week.   ✈️ WHO’S TAKING THE FIRST FLIGHT HOME? Every Slam has a Top 10 player who disappears before anyone expects it. Our men’s upset alerts include: Who is about to ruin thousands of brackets?   🎯 US OPEN BINGO The game is back. Everyone reveals their US Open Bingo card with predictions for the ridiculous, dramatic, and completely inevitable things we think will happen over the next two weeks. Some of these will look genius. Others might be dead by Day 2.   ❤️ RIDE OR DIE One player. No abandoning them when things get ugly. No changing picks halfway through the tournament. Picks revealed in the episode. Who are YOU riding with for the entire US Open?   ⚽ US OPEN DRAFT Pick players. One team. No second chances. We draft our US Open squads and fight over who has built the strongest lineup for New York.   🌶️ FANS’ HOT TAKES You sent them. Now we have to judge them. The wildest US Open opinions from the WGF community go on trial.   🌑 WHO IS YOUR US OPEN DARK HORSE? The rule: Outside the Top 8 and must reach at least the quarterfinals. We are NOT giving these picks away here. You have to hear the arguments.   🏆 WHO WINS THE US OPEN? We make our final men’s and women’s champion picks before the first ball is hit in New York.   👇 DROP YOUR PICKS Who got the easiest US Open draw? Who got absolutely screwed? Which Top 10 player is going home early? And most importantly… Who is winning the US Open? Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3ZIET9j Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2qEC0ZeVH014svbE7VFAJB Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weregoingfivepod/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@were.going.five Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/weregoingfive Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568066890100 Check out more from TSH Tennis here:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tsh.tennis/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tsh.tennis Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesportshub.tennis Twitter: https://x.com/TSH_Tennis #weregoingfive #tshtennis

Alcaraz is BACK. Sinner is OUT of the US Open. Arthur Fils just had the biggest week of his career, and suddenly the entire US Open picture looks completely different.   SUBSCRIBE for the BEST tennis debates, reactions, and weekly breakdowns: youtube.com/@tshtennis?sub_confirmation=1   Welcome to We’re Going Five Podcast Season 3 Episode 29, our full Cincinnati Recap and first major look ahead to the US Open.   Carlos Alcaraz announces his return after nearly five months away. Jannik Sinner’s knee injury forces him out of the US Open. Arthur Fils makes history in Cincinnati. Frances Tiafoe reminds everyone how dangerous Big Foe can be on American hard courts. Coco Gauff wins Cincinnati again. And somehow that is only the beginning.   Timestamps:   00:00:00 Intro 00:00:53 King Carlitos is Back Baby! 00:06:35 Thoughts on Sinner missing the US Open? 00:11:43 Arthur Fils Makes History in Cincy! 00:21:20 How high are you on Big Foe after Cincy? 00:26:00 Coco Gauff Crowned Cincy Queen! 00:30:21 Biggest Winners Of The Week? 00:35:13 Quick thoughts on Djokovic's Documentary? 00:44:19 Takeaways from the Kygrios Suspension 00:52:08 Overreaction or Not? 00:58:39 Who Ya Got? Mixed Doubles US Open 01:00:52 Wrap Up   👑 KING CARLITOS IS BACK Carlos Alcaraz announces that he will return to the tour and play the US Open after almost five months out with the wrist injury that forced him to miss Roland Garros and Wimbledon. How much should we actually expect from him immediately? Can Alcaraz go from five months without competitive tennis straight into a Grand Slam and realistically win it? And with Sinner now out, has the entire tournament suddenly opened up for Carlos?   🚨 SINNER OUT OF THE US OPEN Jannik Sinner’s lingering knee injury continues, and he is forced to withdraw from the US Open. It completely changes the men’s draw. Does Alcaraz immediately become the favorite despite the layoff? Does this create Novak Djokovic’s clearest opportunity for Slam No. 25? And how worried should we be about Sinner beyond just New York?   🔥 ARTHUR FILS MAKES HISTORY IN CINCINNATI Arthur Fils puts together one of the biggest runs of his career. He leaves Cincinnati with a first Masters 1000 breakthrough, a career high around World No. 11, sixth place in the ATP Race, and some serious momentum heading toward New York. So how far are we willing to go? Is Arthur Fils entering the conversation with the very best players on tour?   🇺🇸 HOW HIGH ARE WE ON BIG FOE? Frances Tiafoe reaches another Cincinnati final and another Masters 1000 final. And his run was anything but easy. Against Brandon Nakashima, Tiafoe faced three set points serving at 4–5, saved all three, held serve and immediately broke. That is exactly the type of tennis Big Foe has not always produced consistently. So heading into the US Open: is Frances Tiafoe actually America’s best chance of ending the men’s Grand Slam drought?   🏆 COCO GAUFF CROWNED CINCINNATI QUEEN Coco Gauff wins Cincinnati again and picks up her first title of 2026. After dropping the first set she played all tournament, Coco kept getting better. She becomes only the third woman after Serena Williams and Victoria Azarenka to win multiple Cincinnati titles. And after the final, Coco gave her racket to an 80-year-old fan as a birthday gift. But the bigger tennis question: Is Coco now the clear US Open favorite?   📈 BIGGEST WINNERS OF CINCINNATI Beyond the champions, who actually improved their stock the most? Brandon Nakashima continues an incredible stretch after reaching the Montreal final and Cincinnati semifinal, including wins over Medvedev and Taylor Fritz. And Rafael Jodar continues forcing his way into the Next Gen conversation.   🎥 DJOKOVIC: THE WOLF IN WINTER Novak Djokovic’s new documentary The Wolf in Winter gives us plenty to debate. Does Djokovic actually need people to hate him? Did being tennis’ villain actually make Djokovic better? Djokovic’s motivation may never disappear. His body might eventually have to make the decision for him. With Sinner out and Alcaraz coming back after five months away… Is the 2026 US Open secretly Djokovic’s Last Dance for Grand Slam No. 25?   🚨 KYRGIOS SUSPENSION Nick Kyrgios has been provisionally suspended following a cocaine case. We discuss what the suspension means for Kyrgios and ask the uncomfortable question: Could this be the end of his professional career?   🧨 OVERREACTION OR NOT? Arthur Fils is currently the third best player on tour. Frances Tiafoe is America’s best chance at winning a Slam. An American man will reach the US Open final. Coco Gauff is the clear US Open favorite. Rafael Jodar is better than João Fonseca right now.     🎲 WHO YA GOT? We finish with our picks for the US Open Mixed Doubles.   👇 DROP YOUR TAKE With Sinner out and Alcaraz returning from a five-month absence, who is your US Open favorite right now? And after Cincinnati, how high are you on Arthur Fils?   Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3ZIET9j Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2qEC0ZeVH014svbE7VFAJB Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weregoingfivepod/ Follow on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@were.going.five Follow on Twitter: https://x.com/weregoingfive Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61568066890100  Check out more from TSH Tennis here:   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tsh.tennis/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tsh.tennis Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesportshub.tennis Twitter: https://x.com/TSH_Tennis #weregoingfive #tshtennis