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Nikola Bartunkova news
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The gist
Nikola Bartunkova beat Tatjana Maria 6-7, 6-2, 6-3 at the US Open. The 20-year-old Czech reaches the third round of a Grand Slam for the first time.
Background
Nikola Bartunkova, a 20-year-old Czech player, has been rising through the ranks, recently reaching a career-high ranking of No. 34. She qualified for the US Open main draw and has won her first two matches against Mayar Sherif and Tatjana Maria, setting up a third-round clash with Mirra Andreeva.
How it unfolded
- Aug 29, 2026Bartunkova reached the semifinals of the Monterrey WTA 500, losing to Elise Mertens.
- Aug 31, 2026Bartunkova moved up four spots to a career-high ranking of No. 34.
- Sep 2, 2026Bartunkova defeated Mayar Sherif 6-1, 6-2 in the first round of the US Open.
- Sep 3, 2026Bartunkova beat Tatjana Maria 6-7, 6-2, 6-3 in the second round, reaching the third round of a Grand Slam for the first time.
- Sep 5, 2026Bartunkova is scheduled to face Mirra Andreeva in the third round.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- WTA rankings show Bartunkova at a career-high No. 34 after her Monterrey run.