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US Open quarterfinals set as Alcaraz and Shelton advance
The US Open quarterfinals have been set following a series of decisive matches in New York. Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz advanced after defeating Tommy Paul in straight sets (6-4, 6-3, 6-4), marking a successful return from a wrist injury. Alcaraz is scheduled to face American Ben Shelton in the next round. Shelton secured his place in the quarterfinals by defeating Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-2, 6-3, 6-4, a match in which the American did not concede a single break point.
In the women’s draw, world number one Aryna Sabalenka reached the quarterfinals with a 6-4, 6-3 victory over Taylor Townsend. She will face Linda Noskova, who defeated Marta Kostyuk. Other notable advancements include Jessica Pegula, who beat Sorana Cirstea, and Coco Gauff, who moved past Iva Jovic.
In the men's field, Alexander Zverev also secured a spot in the round of 16 with a win over Alejandro Tabilo, though he expressed significant dissatisfaction with the quality of the tournament balls. Meanwhile, Frances Tiafoe produced a major upset by defeating Daniil Medvedev in three sets to advance to the quarterfinals.
Entities
Alexander Zverev · Arthur Ashe Stadium · Aryna Sabalenka · Ben Shelton · Brandon Carpico · Carlos Alcaraz · Elena Rybakina · Elise Mertens · Iga Świątek · Jessica Pegula · Madison Keys · Mirra Andreeva
Claims
What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Darderi won 72% of his first serve points compared to 52% for Sweeny.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Luciano Darderi defeated Dane Sweeny in three sets to reach the US Open round of 16. www.spaziotennis.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Darderi is the last Italian player remaining in the US Open tournament.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Darderi recorded seven aces and four double faults during the match.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The match score was 6-4, 6-3, 6-3 in favor of Darderi.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Gino Darderi serves as Luciano Darderi's coach. www.spaziotennis.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Darderi will face the winner of the match between Alexander Zverev and Alejandro Tabilo. www.spaziotennis.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Sweeny is expected to reach a career-high ranking of No. 109 following the tournament.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Darderi will next face either Alexander Zverev or Alejandro Tabilo.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Darderi is the last Italian player remaining in the US Open men's singles tournament.
- [● 3 SOURCES] Luciano Darderi defeated Dane Sweeny in straight sets with a score of 6-4, 6-3, 6-3.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Sweeny previously upset Lorenzo Musetti in the second round.