Novak Djokovic looking to ‘mess up plans’ in US Open semi-final

Novak Djokovic battled past Taylor Fritz (Adam Hunger/AP)

Novak Djokovic is hoping to be the US Open’s disruptor after setting up a semi-final blockbuster against Carlos Alcaraz.

Djokovic overcame Taylor Fritz and a rowdy New York crowd on Tuesday night, quelling the American’s fightback to keep alive his chances of a 25th grand slam title.