Eala Shines While Zverev Survives Rain-Soaked US Open First Round
By Editor • September 2, 2026 • 1 min read
In a thrilling opening day at the US Open marred by rain delays, young sensation Alexandra Eala showcased her talent with a dominant victory over Mary Stoiana, winning 6-1, 6-2. The crowd at Arthur Ashe Stadium embraced Eala, who continues to rise as a promising force in women's tennis.
Meanwhile, top seed Alexander Zverev fought through a challenging match against Lorenzo Sonego, emerging victorious after nearly five hours on the court. The German star battled back from the brink of defeat, ultimately securing a 6-4, 3-6, 6-7(7), 7-5, 6-4 win. "I’m just happy I won, that’s it," Zverev remarked after the match, emphasizing the importance of perseverance in high-stakes situations.
American players also made headlines on Tuesday. Madison Keys, a former finalist, overcame her first-round nerves from the previous year to defeat Alina Korneeva 7-5, 6-4. She expressed relief at her performance, stating, "It’s so hard to play the first round of a Grand Slam. So nervous and wanting to do well." Taylor Fritz, the ninth seed, cruised past compatriot Darwin Blanch with ease, finishing 6-3, 6-2, 6-4.
Other notable matches included fifth seeds Flavio Cobolli and Mirra Andreeva, both securing their spots in the second round. Despite the rain interrupting the schedule, the excitement remained palpable as fans eagerly awaited more action on Wednesday, with several first-round matches still pending.
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