Action-Packed Day at U.S. Open: Upsets, Advances, and Retirements

The fourth day of the U.S. Open saw top seeds advancing and numerous retirements. Tommy Paul and Jessica Pegula moved forward, while Karolina Pliskova and Max Purcell retired. Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek cruised through their matches, but Elena Rybakina withdrew due to injury. Scorching heat added to the challenges players faced.

The fourth day of the U.S. Open at Flushing Meadows was filled with memorable moments and dramatic turns. Highlighting the day, the 14th seed, Tommy Paul, advanced to the third round after his Australian opponent Max Purcell retired due to injury. Paul was leading comfortably at 7-5 6-0 6-1 when Purcell pulled out.

Earlier, Australian Alex de Minaur, the 10th seed, dispatched Finland's Otto Virtanen in straight sets, 7-5 6-1 7-6(3), while sixth seed Jessica Pegula overcame Sofia Kenin to reach the third round with a 7-6(4) 6-3 victory. Top-ranked Iga Swiatek dominated her match against Japan's Ena Shibahara, claiming a swift 6-0 6-1 win within an hour.

However, it wasn't all smooth sailing for everyone. Former Wimbledon champion Elena Rybakina had to withdraw due to injury prior to her match against French qualifier Jessika Ponchet. Meanwhile, Jannik Sinner won against Alex Michelsen, basking in the support of the Arthur Ashe Stadium crowd. The day was marked by the usual excitement and unexpected turns that make the U.S. Open a thrilling event.

(With inputs from agencies.)