US Open 2026 Results: Coco Gauff Beats Iva Jovic & Elena Rybakina Sweeps Aside Naomi Osaka
BBC Sport reports on the thrilling developments at the US Open 2026.
Key Takeaways
- Coco Gauff advances to the quarter-finals, defeating Iva Jovic in straight sets (6-1 6-4).
- This marks Gauff’s first US Open quarter-final appearance since winning the title in 2023.
- The top six seeds have reached the last eight, showcasing the strength of the WTA Tour.
- Mirra Andreeva and Zheng Qinwen, both Grand Slam champions, are among the strong quarter-final contenders.
Match Details
The match between Gauff and Jovic was a highly anticipated clash, with Jovic, ranked well inside the top 20, seen as a potential challenge for Gauff. However, Gauff dominated, winning comfortably in straight sets.
The opening set featured a lengthy three-game stretch where each player broke serve once, showcasing the match’s intensity. Gauff eventually seized control, breaking Jovic again to win the first set in 33 minutes.
In the second set, Jovic demonstrated her resilience, saving four break points and displaying powerful winners. Nevertheless, Gauff’s superior baseline play and athleticism prevailed.
Gauff, who could top the world rankings with a US Open title, will next face Mirra Andreeva.
Quotes
"Iva is an incredible player and an incredible talent, she plays beyond her years," said Gauff.
