Canada’s Felix Auger-Aliassime upsets world No. 3 Alexander Zverev at the U.S. Open, while Denis Shapovalov exits and Leylah Fernandez advances in doubles.
Canadian Star Shakes Up New York
Felix Auger-Aliassime delivered the performance of his career Saturday night, defeating world No. 3 Alexander Zverev in four sets to advance to the fourth round of the U.S. Open. The Montreal native’s milestone victory electrified Louis Armstrong Stadium and signaled a resurgence after a difficult stretch on tour.
Breakthrough Victory
Auger-Aliassime, ranked 25th, fought back after dropping the opening set to earn a 4-6, 7-6 (7), 6-4, 6-4 win in just under four hours. It marked his first-ever victory over a top-five opponent at a Grand Slam. Dominating with 50 winners compared to Zverev’s 29, the 25-year-old Canadian credited hard work and persistence for his breakthrough. “This one feels very good,” he told fans. “But the job is still not done.”
What Comes Next
The win sets up a Monday clash with Russia’s Andrey Rublev, seeded 15th. Auger-Aliassime, who has struggled with consistency in recent seasons, enters the next round with renewed momentum and confidence, aiming to reach his first U.S. Open quarterfinal since 2021.
Mixed Results for Canadian Men
While Auger-Aliassime celebrated, Denis Shapovalov saw his run end earlier on Saturday. The Richmond Hill, Ontario native fell 5-7, 6-4, 6-3, 6-3 to world No. 1 Jannik Sinner of Italy. Despite flashes of brilliance and 15 aces, Shapovalov was undone by 47 unforced errors and the relentless pressure of the top seed.
Fernandez Advances in Doubles
On the women’s side, Laval’s Leylah Fernandez kept Canadian hopes alive in doubles. Teaming up with American legend Venus Williams, the pair advanced to the third round with a 7-6 (1), 6-1 win over Eri Hozumi of Japan and Ulrikke Eikeri of Norway. Fernandez and Williams combined for 29 winners and will next face the winner of Katie Boulter and Sonay Kartal versus Shuai Zhang and Ekaterina Alexandrova.
Tournament Atmosphere and Implications
The Canadian performances come during a U.S. Open filled with storylines. Top contenders Iga Swiatek, Naomi Osaka, and Coco Gauff all advanced, setting up marquee matchups for the Labour Day weekend. For Canada, Auger-Aliassime’s upset provides a highlight and hope for a deep run, while Fernandez continues to show promise on the doubles stage.
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