British players return to court at US Open following rain delays
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 9:18 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026
Five British players resumed competition on day four of the US Open in New York following weather-related disruptions. Jacob Fearnley continues his second-round match against Tomas Martin Etcheverry, trailing 3-6, 3-6. Francesca Jones remains in her first-round tie against Magda Linette, with the score standing at 6-4, 1-6. Elsewhere, Karolina Muchova eliminated Katie Boulter with a 6-1, 6-0 victory, while Botic van de Zandschulp defeated Jan Choinski in straight sets. Jessica Pegula and Daniil Medvedev secured straight-set wins to advance in the tournament bracket. Toby Samuel is scheduled to play his match later as the event progresses. Defending champions Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz are set for overnight appearances as organizers work through the updated schedule.
- •Jacob Fearnley trails Tomas Martin Etcheverry 3-6, 3-6 in their second-round match.
- •Francesca Jones and Magda Linette are tied 6-4, 1-6 in their first-round tie.
- •Karolina Muchova eliminated Katie Boulter in straight sets.
- •Botic van de Zandschulp defeated Jan Choinski in straight sets.
- •Jessica Pegula and Daniil Medvedev both advanced to the next round.
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