American Stars Shine Bright at U.S. Open: Tiafoe and Keys Lead the Charge

Frances Tiafoe and Madison Keys bolstered American hopes at the U.S. Open by advancing to the third round. Tiafoe dominated Alexander Shevchenko, thanks to the latter's retirement, while Keys convincingly defeated Maya Joint. The American contingent saw mixed results, with Taylor Townsend losing, while Coco Gauff and Ben Shelton took the spotlight.

Big-hitting Frances Tiafoe and former finalist Madison Keys boosted American hopes at the U.S. Open, both advancing to the third round on Wednesday.

At Arthur Ashe Stadium, 14th-seeded Keys swept past Australia's Maya Joint 6-4 6-0, while Tiafoe commanded a 6-4 6-1 1-0 lead when Kazakhstan's Alexander Shevchenko retired due to injury.

Elsewhere at Flushing Meadows, Taylor Townsend fell to Spanish 26th seed Paula Badosa. Notable American players including defending champion Coco Gauff and Ben Shelton are also competing, along with Taylor Fritz, the highest-ranked American in the men's draw.

(With inputs from agencies.)