Haddad Maia Advances to US Open Round of 16 with Dominating Win
NEW YORK – Beatriz Haddad Maia powered into the fourth round of the US Open early Sunday morning, defeating maria Sakkari 6-1, 6-2 in a match that began after 11:30 PM local time. The Brazilian’s commanding performance secures her place among the final 16 players at the tournament for the second consecutive year.
Haddad Maia’s victory marks a important achievement as she continues to build on her strong showing at the US open. Reaching the round of 16 elevates her standing on the international stage and provides a crucial possibility to further prove her competitive edge against top-ranked opponents. She will now face a challenging matchup against Amanda Anisimova, with a potential path to replicate or surpass her 2023 campaign.
The 29-year-old Paulista showcased a consistent and strategic game, extending rallies and minimizing errors against the world No. 64 Sakkari. This win also extends Haddad Maia’s perfect record against the Greek player to five victories.
looking ahead, Haddad Maia’s path won’t be easy. Her next opponent,Amanda Anisimova,currently ranked No. 9 globally and a recent Wimbledon finalist, presents a formidable challenge. While Haddad Maia holds a 1-3 record against Anisimova, her previous win came in January 2023 at the Brisbane WTA, a 6-4, 7-5 victory. Anisimova secured her spot in the fourth round by defeating Jaqueline Cristian 6-4, 4-6, 6-2 on Saturday.
