Taylor Fritz, a Rancho Palo Verdes resident, says his girlfriend Morgan Riddle helped improve his focus. Now his first Grand Slam title is within reach.

The fifth-seeded Fritz shakes off a foot injury for a 6-3, 6-4, 1-6, 7-6 (4) victory over 17th-seeded Karen Khachanov, faces two-time defending champion Alcaraz next.

For the first time in his career, Taylor Fritz has made it to the semifinals at Wimbledon. Fritz — the No. 5 ranked men's player — accomplished the feat with an impressive 6-3, 6-4, 1-6, 7-6 win over Karen Khachanov on Tuesday.