U.S. Open recap Day 6: Taylor Townsend backs up 2025 run after challenging 12 months
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- Taylor Townsend secured a crucial third-round win at the 2026 U.S. Open to defend her ranking points from last year, reflecting her resilience after a challenging year including a concussion and time away from her son.
- American players had a strong Day 6, with notable wins from Jessica Pegula, Emma Navarro, Frances Tiafoe, Alex Michelsen, and Tommy Paul advancing to the fourth round, though some faced tough losses including Ann Li and the Williams sisters.
- Stefanos Tsitsipas, after a difficult season and coaching changes, achieved a career-best run at the U.S. Open by reaching the second week, signaling a potential resurgence in his form.
- Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz and top seed Aryna Sabalenka both advanced comfortably to the fourth round, alongside other notable players such as Daniil Medvedev and Sorana Cîrstea, who is enjoying a strong final season.
- Upcoming matches feature high-profile and promising young players, including Madison Keys vs. Zheng Qinwen and Mirra Andreeva vs. Nikola Bartůňková, highlighting the depth and excitement in both the women’s and men’s draws.
