Aryna Sabalenka advances to US Open quarterfinals after beating Taylor Townsend

World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka secured a spot in the US Open quarterfinals after defeating Taylor Townsend with a 6-4, 6-3 victory on September 6. During the match at Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Sabalenka wore a 127.14-carat gemstone jewelry suite from the Material Good Prism collection. The tennis player, who serves as a Jewelry Ambassador for the brand, joked that the bright, custom-designed accessories were a strategic choice intended to distract her opponents on the court. Sabalenka previously utilized similar tactics at the BNP Paribas Open in March, where she competed while wearing her engagement ring. The four-time Grand Slam champion is scheduled to face Linda Nosková in her next match on September 8. This win continues her momentum in the 2026 season as she seeks another title at the tournament.

• 5:24 PMYahoo Sports — Aryna Sabalenka Admits the ‘Main Tactic’ of Her 127.14-Carat Gemstone Suite Is to ‘Distract’ Her US Open Opponents