Francis Tiafoe and Carlos Alcaraz progressed with straight-set victories against Daniil Medvedev and Tommy Paul respectivelyWere 4-4 in the doubles and knocking up on Ashe. Thinking more about the match, Id expect Townsend to use top spin to hit cross at Sabalenkas backhand, taking her outside the lines if possible. Shell also try and slow the game down, I think, and frustrate the champ, who doesnt enjoy the wind-ups.Townsend comes out wearing a coat that wouldnt be out of place in the Nights Wa...
US Open tennis 2026: Tiafoe beats Medvedev, Alcaraz sees off Paul, Sabalenka and Noskova win on day eight - as it happened
The Guardian - 6 Sep 2026 22:42
Francis Tiafoe and Carlos Alcaraz progressed with straight-set victories against Daniil Medvedev and Tommy Paul respectivelyWere 4-4 in the doubles and knocking up on Ashe. Thinking more about the match, Id expect Townsend to use top spin to hit cross at Sabalenkas backhand, taking her outside the lines if possible. Shell also try and slow the game down, I think, and frustrate the champ, who doesnt enjoy the wind-ups.Townsend comes out wearing a coat that wouldnt be out of place in the Nights Wa...
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