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World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka advanced to the semifinals of the US Open on Tuesday without having to play a point, after her quarterfinal opponent, Marketa Vondrousova, withdrew due to a knee injury.

Naomi Osaka has lit up the US Open with both style and substance, dazzling in crystal-studded outfits and her quirky “labubus” plush toys while storming into her first Grand Slam quarter-final in over four years. Defeating Coco Gauff in straight sets, the four-time major champion has embraced motherhood, mental health battles, and a joyful comeback on her beloved Arthur Ashe Stadium.

Jannik Sinner dominated Alexander Bublik at the US Open, securing a swift victory in just 1 hour and 21 minutes. Sinner's relentless baseline power and athleticism neutralized Bublik's game, extending his hard-court Grand Slam winning streak to 25 matches. He will now face Lorenzo Musetti in an all-Italian quarter-final, continuing his pursuit of another title.

Piotr Szczerek, a millionaire businessman, faces backlash after taking a signed cap from a child at the US Open. The incident sparked outrage. Szczerek defended his actions, further fueling criticism. Online users called for boycotts of his company, Drogbruk. Tennis player Kamil Majchrzak gifted the boy a new cap. The millionaire has warned legal action against those abusing him online.

After securing his place in the quarterfinals of the US Open, Carlos Alcaraz opened up on his rivalry with Jannik Sinner. He says that it is important to have high-stakes matches to keep the morale of the sport high.

Taylor Townsend capped off her US Open journey with a loss to Barbora Krejcikova in the 4th round of the US Open. After the game, Townsend shared a heartwarming story about her son AJ.

US Open 2025: World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka will face former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova in the quarterfinals. Vondrousova outclassed ninth seed Elena Rybakina in the fourth round on Sunday.

World No.1 Jannik Sinner came back from one set down against Denis Shapovalov to advance to the 4th round of the US Open. The win highlighted Sinner's mental strength ahead of his clash against Alexander Bublik.

Third seed Alexander Zverev's US Open journey ended abruptly in the third round, as Felix Auger-Aliassime secured a four-set victory. Defending champion Jannik Sinner advanced with a comeback win. Iga Swiatek displayed resilience in her victory, while Coco Gauff progressed, setting up a compelling match against Naomi Osaka.

Canada's Felix Auger-Aliassime came from behind to defeat Alexander Zverev at the US Open. In men's doubles, Yuki Bhambri progressed to Round 2 with his partner Michael Venus.

Coco Gauff overcame immense pressure and serve struggles, drawing inspiration from Simone Biles to win her second-round match on Day 5 at the US Open. Thursday's action also saw reactions unfold on the heated exchange between Taylor Townsend and Jelena Ostapenko a day prior. Elsewhere, Jannik Sinner advanced easily, while Iga Swiatek fought hard for her victory. In doubles, Venus Williams, partnering with Leylah Fernandez, secured a notable doubles win.

A US Open face-off between Taylor Townsend and Jelena Ostapenko ignited controversy after Ostapenko's unsportsmanlike remarks. Naomi Osaka weighed in, highlighting the racial insensitivity of such comments, especially directed at a Black player in tennis. The dispute arose from a disagreement over tennis etiquette.

Naomi Osaka condemned the use of terms like "no education" and "no class" against a Black tennis player, calling them among the worst things to say, as the row between Taylor Townsend and Jelena Ostapenko sparked fierce debate at the US Open on Thursday.

Defending champion Jannik Sinner dominates Alex Popyrin in straight sets to reach the US Open third round. Iga Swiatek and Naomi Osaka also advance, setting up high-stakes clashes as the tournament heads into its second week.

Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz advanced at the US Open on Day 4 while Novak Djokovic overcame a slow start to reach the third round. Also on the day in New York, a heated exchange erupted between Taylor Townsend and Jelena Ostapenko. On the sidelines, Daniil Medvedev faced a hefty fine for his on-court outburst.

US Open: Jelena Ostapenko defended herself against accusations of racism after her heated clash with Taylor Townsend, insisting her remarks were about sportsmanship and not race.

Novak Djokovic secured his place in the US Open third round for a record-breaking 19th time, surpassing Roger Federer's milestone with his 75th Grand Slam third-round appearance. Despite a slow start and admitting he's not at his peak, Djokovic battled through to defeat Zachary Svajda in four sets.

Emma Raducanu stormed into the US Open third round with a 6-2, 6-1 win over Janice Tjen — her first deep run in New York since her 2021 title. The Brit hit 16 winners and 8 aces, while fellow Brit Jack Draper pulled out of the men's draw with injury.

Novak Djokovic secured a second-round win over Zachary Svadja in the US Open men's singles competition. He will now be up against the winner between Cameron Norrie and Francisco Comesana.

Serena Williams expressed immense pride for her sister Venus Williams, who competed in her 25th US Open at the age of 45. Despite a first-round defeat to Karolina Muchova, Venus showcased resilience and determination. Serena lauded Venus' strength, courage, and inspiration, highlighting her remarkable career and impact on the sport.