NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedSeptember 6, 2026Miami-Dade
Aryna Sabalenka defeats Taylor Townsend to advance to US Open quarterfinals
Top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka defeated Taylor Townsend 6-4, 6-3 on Sunday to secure a spot in the U.S. Open quarterfinals. Sabalenka overcame early service struggles to win the match and will next face either Linda Noskova or Marta Kostyuk.
Read the full story at WPLG Local 10 – Main FeedWhy It Matters
This match determines the progression of top-ed players in the U.S. Open tournament, a major international sporting event.
Key Facts
- Aryna Sabalenka defeated Taylor Townsend 6-4, 6-3 to reach the U.S. Open quarterfinals.
- Taylor Townsend broke Sabalenka's serve three times in the first four service games.
- Ten Americans reached the men's and women's round of 16, the highest number since 2002.
- There are five U.S. men in the round of 16, the most at a major since 1995.
- Learner Tien is the youngest American man in the U.S. Open fourth round since 2002.
- Carlos Alcaraz is on a 17-match Grand Slam winning streak.
- Carlos Alcaraz has a 12-0 record against U.S. men at major tournaments.
Who's Mentioned
personTaylor Townsend“Tennis player who competed against Sabalenka.”personAndy Roddick“Former tennis player referenced for historical comparison.”personLearner Tien“20-year-old American tennis player.”locationArthur Ashe Stadium“Venue for the U.S. Open matches.”personCarlos Alcaraz“Men's second-seeded tennis player.”personAryna Sabalenka“Top-ranked tennis player and two-time defending champion.”personTommy Paul“No. 20 seed tennis player.”