Emma Navarro defeats Loïs Boisson in US Open first round match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 10:45 PM
Last updated Aug 31, 2026
Emma Navarro advanced to the second round of the 2026 US Open after defeating Loïs Boisson in a first-round match that spanned two days. The contest concluded with a 7-6(6), 6-7(1), 6-3 victory for the American. Following the final point, cameras captured a contrasting scene featuring Navarro celebrating the win while Boisson damaged her racket on the court. The match was delayed by rain the previous evening with Navarro just six points away from a straight-set victory. Navarro is scheduled to face Caty McNally in the next round on Wednesday. Boisson exited the tournament after the loss, which included a competitive second set forced by her own rally.
- •Emma Navarro beat Loïs Boisson 7-6(6), 6-7(1), 6-3 at the 2026 US Open.
- •The first-round match was delayed by rain and concluded over two days.
- •Loïs Boisson destroyed multiple rackets on the court after the match ended.
- •Emma Navarro will play Caty McNally in the second round on Wednesday.
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"While Emma Navarro celebrated a first-round victory, Lois Boisson crashed out, and the broadcast caught the contrasting reactions in the same frame.
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