Tiafoe Triumphs Over Popyrin: Secures Third Consecutive U.S. Open Quarter-Final Spot

Frances Tiafoe advanced to the U.S. Open quarter-finals for the third straight year after defeating Alexei Popyrin. Battling his way through the match, Tiafoe fed off the energy of the home crowd at Arthur Ashe Stadium. He thanked fans after a hard-fought victory, setting up a match against Grigor Dimitrov.

American tennis star Frances Tiafoe triumphed over Alexei Popyrin in a gripping four-set match, securing his place in the quarter-finals of the U.S. Open for the third consecutive year on Sunday.

Tiafoe battled hard against Popyrin, who had recently conquered defending champion Novak Djokovic. Despite Popyrin's 24 aces, he also faltered with nine double faults and critical unforced errors.

Energized by the home crowd at Arthur Ashe Stadium, Tiafoe fended off two break points and broke Popyrin's serve at crucial moments. After a decisive fourth set, Tiafoe clinched the win with a powerful forehand, celebrating with the ecstatic fans. He will face Bulgarian Grigor Dimitrov in the quarter-finals.

(With inputs from agencies.)