In a thrilling match at the US Open, Jack Draper showcased his skills and determination, ultimately sealing the set with an ace out wide against Diaz Acosta. Meanwhile, Iga Swiatek dominated her match against Shibahara, winning 6-0, 6-1 and advancing to the third round.
However, there was disappointment as the fourth seed, Elena Rybakina, withdrew from the tournament before her second-round match, citing an undisclosed injury issue. On the men’s side, Alex de Minaur and Thanasi Kokkinakis faced tough opponents, with de Minaur starting slowly but looking to make a comeback.
In a surprising turn of events, British player Katie Boulter was beaten 7-5, 7-5 by Bouzas Maneiro, despite a strong start. There were also notable victories, with Jordan Thompson claiming a big win over the seventh seed Hurkacz and Jannik Sinner defeating Michelsen in straight sets.
The Italian 30th seed Matteo Arnaldi also advanced, setting up an exciting matchup with either Thompson or Hurkacz. In another upset, Tomas Machac defeated Sebastian Korda, the 16th seed, in three impressive sets on Louis Armstrong.
As the tournament progresses, fans can expect more intense matches and surprising outcomes as the world’s best players battle for the coveted title at the US Open.
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