A major shake-up hit the US Open on Saturday. Felix Auger-Aliassime, the Canadian ranked 27th in the world, pulled off a big upset. He knocked out Germany’s Alexander Zverev, who holds the third spot globally. This significant win sends Auger-Aliassime straight into the tournament’s Round of 16.
Zverev, a finalist at this very event in 2020, faced a tough battle from the start. The match stretched on for three hours and 48 minutes, testing both players’ limits. Auger-Aliassime fought back hard after dropping the first set. He secured the victory with scores of 4-6, 7-6 (9-7), 6-4, and 6-4, showcasing impressive resolve.
This impressive performance means Auger-Aliassime is ready for bigger challenges. He will now face Russia’s Andrey Rublev in the next round. Rublev, currently ranked 15th, earned his spot by beating Coleman Wong from Hong Kong in the third round. Wong is ranked 173rd, setting up a clash of different styles.
The 145th edition of the US Open is still going strong. All the tennis action unfolds in New York City. Fans can look forward to more thrilling matches until the tournament concludes on September 7th.