Canada’s Felix Auger-Aliassime exited the U.S. Open on Wednesday, losing his second-round match to Russia’s Karen Khachanov in four sets. Auger-Aliassime, seeded third at the New York event, took the first set in a tiebreak but went on to drop the next three sets with scores of 6-3, 6-2, 6-2.
Khachanov, ranked 50th in the world, capitalized on Auger-Aliassime’s struggles, breaking his serve seven times and saving seven of nine break points. This victory marked Khachanov’s second top-10 win at a Grand Slam event.
Despite a promising start from Auger-Aliassime, Khachanov’s resilience and strong performance led to his advancement in the tournament. Khachanov dominated the match, securing a convincing win in four sets, showcasing his confidence and skill on the court.
Khachanov will now face either Benjamin Bonzi or Ignacio Buse in the next round. Meanwhile, other notable players like Naomi Osaka, Madison Keys, and Alexander Zverev also progressed in the tournament, with Zverev enduring a challenging five-set match to secure his spot in the next round.
In doubles play, the Williams sisters are set to compete, adding to the excitement of the ongoing U.S. Open matches. The tournament continues with several top players showcasing their skills and determination on the court.
