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US Open 2026: Musetti defeats Fery as tournament upsets continue
The 2026 US Open has commenced with several notable results in the opening rounds. Lorenzo Musetti, the 13th seed, secured a straight-sets victory (6-3, 6-3, 7-5) against British player Arthur Fery. Fery, who recently reached the Wimbledon semifinals, noted that his serve was a significant issue during the match.
Other Italian players have also seen success. Mattia Bellucci advanced after defeating Zsombor Piros and is scheduled to face Taylor Fritz in a highly anticipated second-round match at the Arthur Ashe Stadium. Jasmine Paolini also secured a victory in an all-Italian matchup against Lucrezia Stefanini.
The tournament has seen significant upsets, including the elimination of world No. 4 Novak Djokovic by Mariano Navone. The men's draw remains highly unpredictable following these early departures.
Entities
Arthur Fery · Dane Sweeny · Flushing Meadows · Grandstand Stadium · Lorenzo Musetti · Mattia Bellucci · Taylor Fritz · US Open · Wimbledon
Claims
What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Musetti's victory marks his return to a Grand Slam after a knee injury. www.ilgiornaledellosport.net
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Fery attributed his performance issues to struggles with his serve. www.independent.co.uk
- [● 2 SOURCES] Fery is currently ranked 33rd in the world. www.ilgiornaledellosport.net · www.independent.co.uk
- [● 3 SOURCES] Musetti defeated Arthur Fery in straight sets with a score of 6-3, 6-3, 7-5. www.ilgiornaledellosport.net · www.independent.co.uk
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Musetti used a strategy of higher ball trajectories and game variations to defeat Fery.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Musetti will face Australian player Dane Sweeny in the next round.