Tennis Weekly — 2026-09-05
The US Open has entered its third round, with World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz maintaining their status as tournament favorites. While Alcaraz advances despite wrist concerns, the broader tennis landscape remains shadowed by injuries, notably the absence of rival Jannik Sinner. Zheng Qinwen secured an emotional victory as she navigates her own injury comeback.
Tennis Weekly — 2026-09-05
Tournament Recap
The US Open 2026 is currently in its third round, with top seeds advancing at Flushing Meadows. On the WTA side, Day Six saw World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka headline the action, securing a win to move into the last 32. Jessica Pegula also advanced, while Sorana Cîrstea and Emma Navarro recorded statement wins in their respective matches.
On the ATP side, Carlos Alcaraz remains the favorite, though his path has been complicated by physical issues. Odds makers continue to favor Alcaraz and Sabalenka as the tournament progresses deeper into New York.
Player Spotlight
Zheng Qinwen’s Emotional Return In a standout performance from Day Five, Olympic champion Zheng Qinwen advanced after an emotional win that marked a significant step in her recovery journey. Zheng has been battling a chronic elbow injury since her gold medal run, leading to several halting comebacks. In New York, she described feeling a sense of relief and rediscovery of her "tennis self".
Alcaraz vs. The Injury Shadow Carlos Alcaraz opened up about his wrist injury following his recent matches, emphasizing his determination to compete despite physical limitations. His situation highlights a broader trend in 2026, where injuries have prevented the anticipated rivalry clash between him and Jannik Sinner, who is out of the tournament with a knee injury. Novak Djokovic has also already been eliminated, further reshaping the draw.
Coming Up
The US Open continues with third-round matches throughout the week. Key matchups will feature the remaining top seeds, including Sabalenka and Alcaraz, as they look to consolidate their positions ahead of the second week. Live scores and daily schedules are being updated continuously through the tournament's conclusion.
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