US Open 2026: Alcaraz and Sabalenka enter fray on day two after Djokovic shock – live
Summary
Novak Djokovic lost in the first round of the 2026 US Open, marking his earliest exit from a major tournament since 2006. On day two, Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz are scheduled to play their matches against lower-ranked opponents as the tournament continues at Flushing Meadows.Key Facts
- Novak Djokovic was defeated in the first round of the 2026 US Open, his earliest grand slam exit in 20 years.
- Aryna Sabalenka, the world No. 1 and defending US Open champion, is set to play Camila Osorio.
- Sabalenka has previously beaten Osorio twice, including at Wimbledon in 2021, and won the US Open in 2024.
- Sabalenka has struggled recently, losing early in the Cincinnati Open and not reaching a final since March.
- Carlos Alcaraz will play Roman Safiullin, ranked No. 99 in the world.
- Matches are taking place on Arthur Ashe Stadium, Louis Armstrong Stadium, and the Grandstand court.
- There are two weeks remaining in the US Open tournament held at Flushing Meadows in New York.
- Venus Williams ended her US Open run after a very late match start, marking a record latest finish.
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