The 2024 US Open continues to deliver high-stakes tennis action, with defending champions Novak Djokovic and Coco Gauff both securing spots in the third round. Djokovic’s path to victory took an unexpected turn when his opponent, Laslo Djere, was forced to retire due to injury with Djokovic leading 2-0 in the second set. This win marks Djokovic’s 90th US Open victory, breaking his tie with Roger Federer for the most wins at this Grand Slam event.Defending women’s champion Coco Gauff faced early challenges but ultimately triumphed over Tatjana Maria with a score of 6-4, 6-0. Gauff’s performance was marked by initial serving struggles, including seven double faults in the first set, but she rebounded strongly in the second set. ‘I think I played well overall. I think I can just serve better. That would have helped in the first set,’ Gauff reflected after the match.In a surprising upset, 23-year-old Argentine Francisco Comesaña defeated 17th-ranked Ugo Humbert in four sets, earning him a spot in the third round and propelling him into the ATP top 100 rankings. Meanwhile, world number 2 Aryna Sabalenka continued her impressive form, securing her 7th consecutive US Open match victory with a dominant 6-3, 6-1 win over Lucia Bronzetti.The tournament has not been without its challenges, as players contend with scorching temperatures in New York. The intense heat has led to disruptions in play and physical setbacks for some athletes. Despite these conditions, the competition remains fierce, with several top seeds, including Paula Badosa and Andrey Rublev, advancing to the later rounds.
Key points
- Defending champions Novak Djokovic and Coco Gauff advance to the third round of the US Open.
- Argentine Francisco Comesaña scores upset victory over 17th-ranked Ugo Humbert.
- Players face challenging conditions due to intense heat in New York.
- Aryna Sabalenka continues strong performance with 7th consecutive US Open match win.
