Summary
Aryna Sabalenka and Linda Noskova each secured victories, setting up a high‑energy showdown.
American competitors such as Frances Tiafoe and Ben Shelton also moved deeper into the tournament, marking the best U.S. showing in decades.
Key Points
4 points1
Alcaraz defeated Tommy Paul 6‑4, 6‑3, 6‑4, using powerful forehand strokes.
2
Sabalenka overcame Taylor Townsend 6‑4, 6‑3, demonstrating strong baseline play.
3
Noskova edged Marta Kostyuk 7‑5, 5‑7, 6‑4, saving a match point with an unreturnable serve.
4
Five American men reached the fourth round, the highest number since 1995.
New Words to Learn
7 wordsdefending champion
the player who won the same tournament the previous year and is trying to win again
quarter‑finals
the round in a tournament where eight players remain
seed
a player given a high ranking in the draw based on recent performance
forehand
a common tennis shot hit with the palm of the hand facing forward
match point
the point that, if won, ends the match in favor of the player who is leading
maiden
the first time a player wins a particular title or achievement
resurgent
showing a strong return to form after a period of weaker results
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