Williams and Alcaraz Fall Short in US Open Mixed Doubles
Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz partnered in the mixed doubles event at the US Open, facing Flavio Coboilli and Belinda Bencic. The pair were defeated 5-4 (7-4) 4-1.
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Dart and Jones Advance in US Open Qualifying, British Pair Eye Main Draw Berths
British players Harriet Dart and Fran Jones each secured victories in the first round of US Open qualifying in New York. Dart defeated Jordyn Hazelitt 6-0 6-7 (1-7) 6-1, while Jones beat Italy’s Nuria Brancaccio 6-3 6-4, keeping their hopes of reaching the main draw alive.
Wawrinka to Retire After 2026, Misses US Open Farewell
Swiss tennis star Stan Wawrinka, a 2016 US Open champion, announced he will retire at the end of 2026. He expressed gratitude to the US Open and New York despite not receiving a wildcard for a final Grand Slam appearance.
Bejlek Stuns Keys to Reach First WTA 1000 Semi-Final at Cincinnati
Czech teenager Sara Bejlek continued her impressive run at the Cincinnati Open by defeating Madison Keys in a three‑set quarter‑final, securing a place in her first WTA 1000 semi‑final. She will meet American Coco Gauff, who also advanced to the semi‑finals, setting up a high‑profile clash.
Sabalenka Dominates Cincinnati, Medvedev’s Meltdown Hands Nakashima Upset Victory
World number one Aryna Sabalenka cruised past Wang Xinyu in 54 minutes to reach the Cincinnati Open fourth round, while Daniil Medvedev was upset by Brandon Nakashima after missing three match points and losing his temper. The results keep Sabalenka on track for a potential US Open title defense and maintain pressure on her rivals for the world No.1 ranking.
Venus Williams Secures US Open Wildcard at 46, Leaves Door Open for Serena
Venus Williams, aged 46, has been awarded a wildcard into the US Open singles main draw, joining Sloane Stephens. With one spot still open, sister Serena Williams could also receive a wildcard, while both sisters recently returned to competition at the Cincinnati Open.
Djokovic Stunned by Tirante in Cincinnati Second Round as Heat Takes Its Toll
Novak Djokovic, the 24‑time Grand Slam champion, was overwhelmed by the heat and humidity in Cincinnati and lost 2‑6 6‑4 6‑4 to Argentina’s Thiago Tirante in the tournament’s second round. The defeat marked the first time Djokovic failed to reach the last 32 at the event since 2005. Tirante called the win the best of his career.
Alexandrova Collapses in Memphis Heat, Forced to Retire from First-Round Match
World No.19 Ekaterina Alexandrova collapsed during her first‑round match at the Memphis Classic after temperatures reached 34 °C. Trailing 7‑6 (7‑2) 4‑6 5‑4 against fellow Russian Kristina Liutova, she was forced to retire and required medical assistance.
Hewitt Junior Announces Arrival with Maiden ATP Victory at Washington Open
Seventeen‑year‑old Cruz Hewitt, son of former world No.1 Lleyton Hewitt, recorded his first ATP main‑draw win at the Washington Open, beating American qualifier Marcos Giron 6‑3 6‑4. The victory came in his senior debut and sets up a possible second‑round clash with fellow Australian Alex de Minaur.
Norrie Ends Six-Match Skid with Dominant Mifel Open Victory
British No.2 Cameron Norrie broke a six‑match losing streak with a straight‑sets win over Aleksandar Kovacevic at the Mifel Open in Los Cobos, Mexico. The victory moves him into the last‑16 where he will face either James Duckworth or Aidan Mayo. The article also notes other British players’ results at recent tournaments.