Osaka Advances at US Open, Auger-Aliassime Upsets Rublev
NEW YORK – Naomi Osaka powered past Coco Gauff in teh round of 16 at the US Open, while Félix Auger-Aliassime delivered a significant upset against Andrey Rublev, advancing to the quarterfinals. Osaka’s victory and Auger-Aliassime’s win reshape the tournament landscape as contenders vie for championship contention.
The matches mark pivotal moments in both players’ seasons. For Osaka, a former champion, the win represents a continued resurgence after a period of challenges. Auger-Aliassime’s triumph over the higher-ranked Rublev signals a potential breakthrough in his Grand Slam aspirations. These results intensify the competition as the tournament progresses toward the final stages.
Elsewhere in the men’s draw, italy’s Lorenzo Musetti (ranked 10th) secured his first quarter-final berth in new York, defeating Jaume Munar (ranked 44th) 6-3, 6-0, 6-1. Musetti, who recently adjusted his service position, noted, “I served very well… I can still improve but I am very happy with the adaptations I made.” He acknowledged a difficult recent stretch, stating, “In recent weeks have been very difficult, I have lost several matches (…) but I stayed mentally present.”
