The US Open witnessed a mixed day for tennis at Flushing Meadows as top-seeded Alexander Zverev advanced to the fourth round with a commanding performance against Chile’s Alejandro Tabilo. Following consecutive five-set battles in earlier rounds, Zverev secured a more comfortable 6-2, 7-6(2), 6-2 victory, demonstrating improved baseline play throughout the match. Meanwhile, fourth-seeded American Coco Gauff maintained her championship aspirations with a 6-3, 6-4 win over Spain’s Cristina Bucsa.
Naomi Osaka, the 13th-seeded two-time US Open champion, overcame both physical and mental challenges to edge Belgium’s Elise Mertens 6-3, 3-6, 7-5. The Japanese veteran battled visible frustration during the contest and managed an Achilles injury concern but ultimately reclaimed composure in the decisive third set. Osaka will next encounter second seed Elena Rybakina, who dispatched Ukrainian Yuliia Starodubtseva 7-6(6), 6-3.
The day proved disappointing for several prominent American players. Filipina prospect Alexandra Eala fell to fellow rising star Iva Jovic in a thrilling three-hour encounter, with the American 14th seed prevailing 7-5, 3-6, 7-5. Jovic will face Gauff in the next round. Meanwhile, past finalists Taylor Fritz, Madison Keys, and Amanda Anisimova all exited the tournament during third-round action, marking significant setbacks for the home contingent at the prestigious New York venue.
Originally reported by Aljazeera →
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