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Alcaraz, Sabalenka advance as Williams sisters return to Grand Slam play

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The 2026 U.S. Open is underway in New York, with ESPN providing extensive coverage across its networks and digital platforms, including a new RedZone-style whip-around stream for subscribers. Day 4 featured victories by Carlos Alcaraz, Aryna Sabalenka, Jessica Pegula, Ben Shelton, Frances Tiafoe and Emma Navarro, while the Williams sisters returned to Grand Slam action; rain caused some scheduling disruptions. India’s main representation is in men’s doubles, with Yuki Bhambri, N. Sriram Balaji and Niki Kaliyanda Poonacha beginning first-round play, while Sumit Nagal exited in qualifying.

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Alcaraz Wins Open as Djokovic Exits; Sabalenka Defending Champion

Carlos Alcaraz makes his US Open return on Day 2 after a four-month wrist injury layoff, facing Roman Safiullin in what could be a telling test of his form as he defends the title. The event also features a loaded lineup with Sabalenka, Swiatek and Osaka, highlighting the high-stakes atmosphere surrounding a tournament where questions about rust and readiness hang over several top contenders.

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Potapova upsets Anisimova to reach US Open fourth round for first time

Anastasia Potapova upset No. 10 seed Amanda Anisimova in straight sets to reach the US Open fourth round for the first time, benefiting from Anisimova’s 46 unforced errors. A controversy over a suspected mocking gesture afterward circulated online, while Zheng Qinwen surged to defeat Madison Keys to also reach the Round of 16.

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Sep 6, 2026Anastasia Potapova upsets No. 10 seed Amanda Anisimova in straight sets to reach the fourth round for the first time, as Zheng Qinwen also advances past Madison Keys.
Sep 6, 2026Day 4 produces major wins for Alcaraz, Sabalenka, Pegula, Shelton and Tiafoe amid weather delays, as ESPN provides extensive coverage across 16 courts.
Sep 5, 2026Carlos Alcaraz adds a white undershirt after wardrobe malfunctions drew jokes, continuing his comeback run into the fourth round.

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Top seed Zverev survives five-hour US Open thriller

Top seed Alexander Zverev survived a 4 hour 53 minute five-set marathon against Lorenzo Sonego to reach the US Open second round, with the match ending at 1:55 a.m. and highlighting vulnerabilities that could shape his path through a demanding two weeks. The win came as the tournament’s early drama intensified, underscoring Zverev’s resilience but also the physical toll of Grand Slam pressure on a No. 1 seed.

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