US Open: Defending champion Iga Świątek stunned by Jelena Ostapenko

In a surprising turn of events, Jeļena Ostapenko defeated world No. 1 Iga Świątek at the US Open, ending the defending champion’s impressive run. Ostapenko’s powerful playing style proved too much for Świątek, who struggled to keep up. Ostapenko will now face Coco Gauff in the quarterfinals, who also secured a victory over Caroline Wozniacki. Wozniacki, making a comeback after three and a half years, showed promise in her run at Flushing Meadows. Despite the loss, Wozniacki remains optimistic about her future in the sport.