Thrilling Quarter-Final Lineups at the U.S. Open
In an electrifying eighth day at the U.S. Open, major players such as Jannik Sinner, Alex de Minaur, and Iga Swiatek secured their quarter-final spots, setting up intense upcoming matches. Fire alarms briefly interrupted play, but competitors like Jessica Pegula and Karolina Muchova impressed with their performances.
The eighth day of the U.S. Open at Flushing Meadows witnessed high-stakes matches and thrilling performances. Jannik Sinner breezed past Tommy Paul in straight sets to secure a quarter-final berth against Daniil Medvedev. Sinner's 7-6(3) 7-6(5) 6-1 victory was a standout moment of the day.
Top seed Iga Swiatek continued her dominant run by overpowering Liudmila Samsonova with a 6-4 6-1 win, setting up a quarter-final clash with Jessica Pegula. Meanwhile, Alex de Minaur triumphed over Jordan Thompson in an all-Australian showdown, positioning himself for a crucial match against Jack Draper.
A fire alarm caused a brief halt in the proceedings, affecting matches at both the Louis Armstrong and Arthur Ashe Stadiums. Despite this, players remained unfazed, with Jessica Pegula, Beatriz Haddad Maia, and Karolina Muchova advancing to the next round, showcasing their resilience and skill.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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