Rei Sakamoto secures spot in US Open main draw
ESPN Tennis • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 7:31 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Rei Sakamoto triumphed over Kei Nishikori 6-4, 7-6 (3) on Friday during the final round of U.S. Open qualifying. This victory allowed Sakamoto to earn a place in the main draw of the tournament. Nishikori, a notable figure in Japanese tennis, faced a tough challenge but ultimately could not secure a win. Sakamoto will now prepare for the main event at the U.S. Open.
- •Sakamoto defeats Nishikori in U.S. Open qualifying round
- •Match score was 6-4, 7-6 (3) in Sakamoto's favor
- •Qualifying match took place on August 28
- •Sakamoto advances to the U.S. Open main draw
- •Nishikori's performance raises questions about his comeback
- 8:22 PMESPN Tennis — Sakamoto beats hero Nishikori to make US Open
"Rei Sakamoto beat Kei Nishikori 6-4, 7-6 (3) on Friday in the final round of U.S. Open qualifying to earn a place in the main draw.
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