101: 2025 US Open: Quarterfinal Recap & Semifinal Preview | Something Major | EP 101
Podcast:Nothing Major Published On: Thu Sep 04 2025 Description: The quarterfinals in New York brought plenty of fireworks, and we’re breaking it all down before looking ahead to the semifinals. Novak Djokovic was clinical against Taylor Fritz and now sets up a blockbuster clash with Carlos Alcaraz. Is Novak the greatest athlete of all time? We debate it. Jannik Sinner’s dominance rolls on as he heads into a big showdown with Felix Auger-Aliassime, but does Felix really have a chance?On the women’s side, Jessica Pegula’s steady run keeps her in the spotlight, while Amanda Anisimova pulled off sweet redemption against Iga Swiatek. Could we be on track for an all-American final? We dive into the possibilities and what it would mean for the tournament.Off the court, there’s bracket drama, group chat chaos, and some questionable takes, from whether Fritz’s headband was a mistake to the rising La Bubbus trend.00:00 We're back!01:08 Semi-Finals Preview and Quarterfinals Recap02:21 Group Chat Confusion05:00 Novak Djokovic's Performance So Far12:22 Alcaraz vs. Djokovic Preview16:23 Sinner's Dominance and Upcoming Match19:59 Felix vs. Sinner20:07 Men's Semifinals Preview21:24 Women's Semifinals: American Hopes22:09 Pegula's Path to Victory25:15 Amanda Anisimova's Redemption27:49 Osaka's Comeback32:43 Bracket Challenge Drama and Goodbye!Try Huel with 15% OFF for New Customers today using our code nothingmajor15 at https://huel.com/nothingmajor15. Fuel your best performance with Huel today!