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Taylor Townsend news
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The gist
Taylor Townsend beat Diana Shnaider 6-2, 6-7(3), 6-3 to reach the US Open fourth round for.
She now faces World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka, a first career meeting with high.
Background
Taylor Townsend, a 30-year-old American tennis player, has been performing well at the US Open, reaching the fourth round for the second consecutive year. Her recent win over Diana Shnaider was crucial because points from last year's run will drop off after this tournament, affecting her ranking. Townsend is also known for her doubles success, having won multiple Grand Slam titles with partner Katerina Siniakova.
How it unfolded
- Aug 31, 2026Townsend wins her first-round match against Maja Chwalinska 6-2, 6-3.
- Sep 2, 2026Townsend defeats Taylah Preston 6-1, 6-1 in the second round, winning all first-serve points.
- Sep 4, 2026Townsend beats Diana Shnaider 6-2, 6-7(3), 6-3 in a 2-hour 27-minute third-round match.
- Sep 6, 2026Townsend is scheduled to face Aryna Sabalenka in the fourth round.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- Townsend expressed excitement about facing Sabalenka, saying 'I'm f***ing pumped!' in her on-court interview.
- Analysts
- Despite her form, Townsend is a sizable underdog against Sabalenka, who has been a finalist in seven straight hard-court majors.