Jessica Pegula and Taylor Townsend advance to US Open third round

Americans Jessica Pegula and Taylor Townsend moved into the third round of the US Open on Wednesday, September 2, following quick victories. Pegula defeated Sofia Kenin 6-3, 6-1 in 56 minutes, while Townsend beat Taylah Preston 6-1, 6-1 in 48 minutes. Townsend secured her win by winning every one of her 23 first serve points. These results come as the tournament works to stay on schedule following weather-related delays that have impacted other matches in the singles draw. Beyond her singles campaign, Townsend continues in the doubles bracket with partner Katerina Siniakova. The duo enters the event as the top-seeded team. Coverage of the tournament continues through September 13.

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