USOpen25 : Sinner , Iga advances , Zverev crashes out
Day 7 unfolded under clear skies and mild conditions, setting the stage for a high-stakes Saturday at Flushing Meadows. Fans were treated to drama in both the men’s and women’s draws, with top players showing resolve and grit to power through tough encounters.
Sinner, Swiatek Deliver Mental Toughness
Jannik Sinner, the defending men’s champion, overcame a shaky start and a first-set setback to dismantle Denis Shapovalov in four sets (5-7, 6-4, 6-3, 6-3), extending his unbeaten streak at hard-court Slams to 24 matches. Iga Świątek was similarly challenged—she trailed 5-1 in the opening set against Anna Kalinskaya before rallying to win 7-6 (7-2), 6-4, exhibiting her trademark mental resilience.
Osaka and Gauff Renew Rivalry
Naomi Osaka clinched her deepest Grand Slam run since 2021 by defeating Daria Kasatkina in three sets (6-0, 4-6, 6-3), setting up an enthralling last-16 clash with Coco Gauff. Meanwhile, Gauff showed composure and power in a straight-sets (6-3, 6-1) win over Magdalena Fręch—her strongest serving performance yet at the tournament.
Prague Power: Muchova and Others Advance
Karolína Muchová emerged victorious in an all-Czech battle, rallying past Linda Nosková after dropping the first set to win 6-7 (5), 6-4, 6-2. Spotlight also fell on Lorenzo Musetti, who advanced in the men’s draw due to a mid-match retirement by Flavio Cobolli while leading comfortably at 6-3, 6-2, 2-0.
Rublev, Auger-Aliassime—and a Shocking Exit for Zverev
Andrey Rublev battled through a five-setter against qualifier Coleman Wong to reach the last 16. In a major upset, third seed Alexander Zverev was eliminated by Felix Auger-Aliassime in four sets.
Venus and Fernandez Shine in Doubles
Veteran legend Venus Williams, 45, and partner Leylah Fernandez delighted the crowd with a dominant doubles win (7-6 (1), 6-1) over the team of Eri Hozumi and Ulrikke Eikeri. Fernandez later paid tribute to Williams as a profound inspiration, calling the experience of partnering with her unforgettable.
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