US Open: Alcaraz, Djokovic progress but Shelton out due to injury
Summary
At the US Open, Ben Shelton withdrew from his match due to a severe shoulder injury. Novak Djokovic advanced to the fourth round despite experiencing a back problem. Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka also won their matches, overcoming their own injury concerns.Key Facts
- Ben Shelton withdrew from the US Open after a shoulder injury caused severe pain.
- Novak Djokovic won his match against Cameron Norrie despite a lower back issue.
- Djokovic became the oldest man to reach the last 16 at the US Open since 1991.
- Carlos Alcaraz had a knee scare but still won his match convincingly.
- Aryna Sabalenka defeated Leylah Fernandez for her place in the next round.
- Frances Tiafoe and Emma Navarro were out after losses in their respective matches.
- Jessica Pegula and Marketa Vondrousova advanced to the fourth round.
- American Taylor Townsend achieved an upset victory over Mirra Andreeva.
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