The New York Times – Sports:
Marta Kostyuk of Ukraine, who lost to Victoria Azarenka of Belarus, said she had no interest in shaking hands with players who had not spoken out publicly against Russia’s invasion.
Category: United States Open (Tennis)
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From Start to Finish, Venus and Serena Williams Always Had Each Other
The New York Times – Sports:
Since the Williams sisters first burst into tennis in the 1990s, their legacy has been tied to one another. They will play doubles in perhaps the final tournament of their careers.
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‘I’m Just Serena,’ Swinging Freely for Another Grand Slam Run
The New York Times – Sports:
Of course Serena Williams is confident. She deserves to be. And her opponents know that her improving game and overwhelming crowd support make beating her in this U.S. Open all the more difficult.
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Serena Williams’s Magical Run at the US Open Isn’t Over Yet
The New York Times – Sports:
If two nights earlier was about posterity and sweet send-offs, Round 2 was about doing everything possible to win a tennis match, as Williams beat the world No. 2, Anett Kontaveit, in three sets.
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It Was Anett Kontaveit Against Serena Williams, and the Crowd
The New York Times – Sports:
Kontaveit was up for the challenge of facing Williams in front of fans who had little interest in her winning as they celebrate Williams’s career. She forced a third set, but the fans got what they wanted.
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Who Will Williams Play in the Third Round?
The New York Times – Sports:
Tomljanovic beat defeat Evgeniya Rodina of Russia in three sets, 1-6, 6-2, 7-5.
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Celebrities and Athletes Who Showed Up to See Serena Williams Tonight
The New York Times – Sports:
Tiger Woods was among the celebrities at Arthur Ashe Stadium, along with Zendaya and Dionne Warwick.
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Coco Gauff Warms Up the Court for Serena Williams, and Gets a Win
The New York Times – Sports:
The 18-year-old American beat Elena-Gabriela Ruse of Romania, 6-2, 7-6 (4), to advance to the third round at the U.S. Open.
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What Happens if Serena Williams Wins Tonight at the US Open?
The New York Times – Sports:
Williams faces a tough test on Wednesday night. But if she can win, the path ahead looks manageable for her.