Qinwen stuns Keys with comeback at US Open, Fritz and Anisimova lose
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Key Points:
- Zheng Qinwen staged a remarkable comeback at the U.S. Open, winning seven consecutive games to defeat No. 22 Madison Keys 1-6, 7-6 (3), 7-5, despite being ranked No. 121 and coming off elbow surgery.
- Naomi Osaka advanced to the fourth round by overcoming Elise Mertens 6-3, 3-6, 7-5, expressing surprise at her victory after a tough and frustrating match.
- Several top seeds were eliminated, including No. 9 Taylor Fritz, who lost after leading by two sets, and No. 10 Amanda Anisimova, while No. 5 Flavio Cobolli also exited, leaving the men's draw without six of the top 10 seeds.
- Coco Gauff continued her run by defeating Cristina Bucsa 6-3, 6-4 and will face 18-year-old Iva Jovic, who won a grueling three-hour match against Alex Eala, for a spot in the quarterfinals.
- Zheng, the 2024 Olympic gold medalist, credited hard work for her success and will next face 2022 U.S. Open champion Iga Swiatek, while Keys acknowledged the need for changes after her unexpected loss.
