Fearnley among Britons closing in on US Open place
Jacob Fearnley is among the British players who stand one win away from a place in the US Open main draw in New York.
Six British tennis players advanced to the third and final qualifying round in New York, advancing closer to securing spots in the US Open main draw. Heather Watson, 34, bested Spain's Angela Fita Boluda in a grueling three-hour match, 6-4, 5-7, 7-6 (10-5), securing her place in the tournament. This victory came after Watson endured a series of niggles and scheduling difficulties throughout the past year.
In the women's field, Francesca Jones will join British number one Katie Boulter after defeating German Mona Barthel. In men's singles, Jacob Fearnley, Toby Samuel, and Harry Wendelken await their next match to join Cameron Norrie, Arthur Fery, and Jan Choinski in the main draw.
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