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Alex de Minaur reaches US Open second round after weather delays

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 11:10 PM

Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Alex de Minaur reaches US Open second round after weather delays

Summary

Alex de Minaur advanced to the second round of the US Open on Tuesday, overcoming both a scheduling backlog and a rain delay. The world No 7 secured a straight-sets victory against Italian qualifier Andrea Guerrieri with a final score of 6-2, 6-2, 6-4. The match, originally scheduled as a tournament opener, had been postponed until the fourth day of play. De Minaur faced an additional two-hour wait due to inclement weather before finally taking the court to complete the contest. Following the win, the Australian will face Botic van de Zandschulp in the next round. Elsewhere in the tournament, Taylah Preston and Daria Kasatkina were eliminated after first-round defeats.

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By the Numbers

•Alex de Minaur defeated Andrea Guerrieri 6-2, 6-2, 6-4.
•The match was delayed for two hours by rain.
•The tournament opener had been postponed until day four.
•De Minaur will play Botic van de Zandschulp in the second round.
•Taylah Preston and Daria Kasatkina lost their respective first-round matches.

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What they're saying

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Australia’s No 1 beats Andrea Guerrieri 6-2, 6-2, 6-4 after delays Taylah Preston and Daria Kasatkina bow out after first-round defeats After having his tournament opener against Andrea Guerrieri postponed until day four, Alex de Minaur had to endure another two-hour rain delay before putting away the Italian qualifier in straight sets. The world No 7 advanced with a 6-2, 6-2, 6-4 victory to set up a second-round clash with Dutchman Botic van de Zandschulp. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Australian Associated Press

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