With the first and second rounds now in the books for many players, here’s a recap of Wednesday’s notable results and a look ahead to the exciting matchups scheduled for Thursday.
Wednesday’s US Open Women’s Singles Results: Upsets and Dominance
Wednesday at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center was a day of stark contrasts. It featured a stunning upset and a dominant performance from a fan favorite.
Keys (Photo Courtesy of AP)
Top 10 Seed Falls: In the biggest upset of the day, Renata Zarazua of Mexico, ranked 82nd in the world, sent shockwaves through the draw by defeating the No. 6 seed and reigning Australian Open champion, Madison Keys. Keys, who was making her first US Open appearance as a major champion, struggled with unforced errors and fell in a grueling 3-hour, 10-minute battle, 6-7 (10), 7-6 (3), 7-5.
Raducanu
Raducanu’s Resurgence: On a more positive note for her fans, 2021 US Open champion Emma Raducanu continued her impressive run. The British star breezed past Janice Tjen in a dominant 6-2, 6-1 victory, securing her spot in the third round. This marks the first time since her historic 2021 title run that Raducanu has won consecutive matches at Flushing Meadows. This win signals a potential return to form.
Navarro (Photo Courtsey of Vince Maduri)
Other Notable Matches:
* No. 10 seed Emma Navarro advanced to the second round with a straight-sets win over Caty McNally, 6-2, 6-1.
* Two-time major champion Barbora Krejcikova defeated 22nd-seeded Vicky Mboko 6-3, 6-2.
* It was the final match for two retiring veterans, with Petra Kvitova losing to Diane Parry and Caroline Garcia falling to Kamilla Rakhimova.
What to Expect on Thursday at the US Open
Thursday promises another action-packed day as the second and third rounds continue. With several top players taking the court, fans can anticipate thrilling matchups and a clearer picture of who the top contenders are.
Coco Gauff (Photo Provided by AP)
Gauff Looks to Advance: Coco Gauff, the 2023 US Open champion and a fan favorite, will be in action. After a challenging first-round victory, the American will be looking to find her rhythm as she aims for a deep run. The crowd support at Arthur Ashe Stadium will undoubtedly be a factor.
Rybakina’s Test: No. 9 seed Elena Rybakina faces a tough challenge against rising star Tereza Valentova. Rybakina, a Wimbledon champion, will need to be at her best to overcome the 18-year-old Czech, who will be looking to make a name for herself on the big stage.
Sabalenka (Photo Courtesy of Vince Maduri)
Sabalenka and Swiatek’s Path: While they may not be on the court Thursday, the tournament’s top two seeds, No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka and No. 2 Iga Swiatek, are the players to watch. Sabalenka is the defending champion, while Swiatek enters the tournament in elite form, having won Wimbledon and the Cincinnati Open. They are on opposite sides of the draw, setting up a potential blockbuster final if they both can navigate their way through the field.
Jessica Pegula in Action: American hope Jessica Pegula will also be on the court, looking to continue her campaign against Anna Blinkova. Pegula holds a 4-1 head-to-head advantage over her opponent and will be looking to solidify her form.
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