Late charge puts top seed Aryna Sabalenka into US Open quarters
Aryna Sabalenka’s quest for a third consecutive US Open title remained on track when the No. 1 seed from Belarus advanced to the quarterfinals with a 6-4, 6-3 victory over Taylor Townsend on Sunday. The victory, in 1 hour, 15 minutes, over the unseeded Townsend of the United States was not without its challenges after Sabalenka trailed 3-1 in the second set following a break of serve. Sabalenka…
Belarusian tennis star Aryna Sabalenka, the top seed, advanced to the quarterfinals of the US Open after a hard-fought 6-4, 6-3 victory over unseeded American Taylor Townsend on Sunday. Sabalenka, who will face Czech No. 6 seed Linda Noskova, showcased her dominance by breaking Townsend's serve three times consecutively in the second set.
Despite Townsend's six aces, Sabalenka won 54% of service points compared to her opponent's 43%. Sabalenka praised Townsend's skills, calling her an "incredible player" and expressing her appreciation for the supportive crowd. Meanwhile, Czech Linda Noskova advanced to her third Grand Slam quarterfinal, defeating Ukraine's 11th seed Marta Kostyuk 7-5, 5-7, 6-4. Kostyuk saved three match points but ultimately fell short.
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