Zheng rallies past Swiatek to reach US Open quarters; Rybakina and Gauff also advance
Zheng Qinwen overcame a deficit to defeat Iga Swiatek and secure a spot in the US Open quarterfinals. Elena Rybakina and Coco Gauff also won their matches on Monday. Gauff beat Iva Jovic in straight sets to reach the last eight for the first time since her 2023 title.
Zheng Qinwen mounted a comeback against top-seeded Iga Swiatek, turning a deficit into a quarterfinal berth at the US Open. The win marks a significant result for Zheng, who had to dig deep against the former champion. Meanwhile, Elena Rybakina advanced with her own victory on Monday, keeping her title hopes alive.
Coco Gauff also moved on, defeating Iva Jovic in straight sets. That result sends Gauff into the last eight for the first time since she won the tournament in 2023. All three players now remain in contention as the field narrows in New York.
This round of results could reshape the tournament’s narrative, particularly for Gauff, whose return to the quarterfinals may signal renewed momentum after her 2023 breakthrough. Zheng’s upset of Swiatek could shift expectations for the remaining draw, affecting fan interest and media coverage. For casual viewers, these outcomes may heighten engagement, as established stars and emerging challengers collide. The matches also underscore the depth of women’s tennis, potentially influencing how future storylines are framed around consistency and resilience at the sport’s biggest stages.