The singles quarterfinals of the 2026 U.S. Open kick off today at Flushing Meadows. Aryna Sabalenka, the defending women’s champion and top seed, has not lost a set at this tournament and will face sixth seed Linda Nosková at Arthur Ashe Stadium starting at 11:30 a.m. ET. Later, third seed Jessica Pegula will take on fellow American Emma Navarro in the evening session, beginning at 7 p.m. ET.
In the men’s singles, Frances Tiafoe and Alex Michelsen will compete in a match between two American players. The day concludes with a match between second seed Carlos Alcaraz and eighth seed Ben Shelton, promising an exciting end to the day’s events.
Watch: Matches are available on ESPN in the U.S. and Sky Sports in the UK. Streaming services such as Fubo offer coverage in the U.S.
Alexander Zverev has impressed by overcoming tough early matches and entering his flow. His recent straight-sets victory against Luciano Darderi secured his spot in the quarterfinals. Meanwhile, Arthur Gea missed out on a historic achievement after losing a dramatic match against Botic van de Zandschulp, despite having multiple opportunities to win.
Mirra Andreeva advanced to her first Grand Slam quarterfinal on a hard court after defeating Anastasia Potapova. However, her performance raised doubts about her readiness to face Coco Gauff in the next round.
Impressive Performances: Elena Rybakina displayed a strong performance against Naomi Osaka, overcoming any physical concerns with authority. Coco Gauff showed dominance against Iva Jović, raising expectations for future encounters between the two.
In a surprising turn, Zheng Qinwen stunned Iga Świątek after a remarkable comeback in her match. Zheng’s performance makes her a dangerous opponent moving forward.
Today’s Schedule at Arthur Ashe Stadium:
- 11:30 a.m. ET — Sabalenka vs. Nosková
- Tiafoe vs. Michelsen
- 7 p.m. ET — Pegula vs. Navarro
- Shelton vs. Alcaraz
The men’s quarterfinals will feature notable head-to-heads. Zverev will face van de Zandschulp, while Frances Tiafoe and Ben Shelton will meet Carlos Alcaraz and Karen Khachanov, respectively.
Yesterday was a day filled with memorable action at the U.S. Open. Here’s how the quarterfinal lineup looks:
Women’s Quarterfinals:
- Aryna Sabalenka vs. Linda Nosková
- Jessica Pegula vs. Emma Navarro
- Mirra Andreeva vs. Coco Gauff
- Zheng Qinwen vs. Elena Rybakina
Men’s Quarterfinals:
- Alexander Zverev vs. Botic van de Zandschulp
- Karen Khachanov vs. Alexander Blockx
Grand Slam Winners of 2026: The men’s singles titles have been spread among Carlos Alcaraz, Alexander Zverev, and Jannik Sinner this year. Women’s singles have seen champions Elena Rybakina, Mirra Andreeva, and Linda Nosková.
The U.S. Open takes place at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, renowned for its size and passionate crowds. Arthur Ashe Stadium, in particular, is undergoing renovation to increase seating capacity.
Don’t forget to follow live coverage for updates and expert analysis throughout the day.

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