Leylah Fernandez advances as Alexander Zverev exits Canadian Open
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 2:33 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
At the Canadian Open on August 8, Leylah Fernandez secured a spot in the Round of 16 after defeating French Open champion Mirra Andreeva 6-1, 6-4. Meanwhile, top seed Alexander Zverev was eliminated by Tallon Griekspoor in a major upset, with a score of 6-7(3-7), 6-2, 6-4. The women's tournament takes place at Sobeys Stadium in Toronto, while the men's matches are held at IGA Stadium in Montreal. Other notable results include Daniil Medvedev, the fourth seed, losing to Botic van de Zandschulp 6-3, 7-6(5). The tournament progresses to the Round of 16, where numerous competitive matches are set to unfold.
- •Leylah Fernandez beats Mirra Andreeva 6-1, 6-4.
- •Alexander Zverev is ousted by Tallon Griekspoor in second round.
- •Daniil Medvedev loses to Botic van de Zandschulp.
- •Canadian Open features both men's and women's matches.
- •Next stage includes Round of 16 contests.
- 2:33 PMYahoo Sports — Canadian Open rocked by upsets: Leylah Fernandez rolls as Alexander Zverev exits
"The Canadian Open, one of the hardcourt precursors to the US Open, has already seen major upsets as the tournament heads to the Round of 16.
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