Fritz cruises past Bellucci to reach US Open third round

Fritz's comprehensive 6-0 6-1 6-1 victory at Flushing Meadows marked another impressive display of form, as the American showed little mercy to his outgunned opponent on the hard courts of New York.

The American's commanding performance kept alive his bid for a strong showing at the year's final Grand Slam. Fritz's ability to dominate both offensive and defensive phases of play was evident throughout the match, as he methodically dismantled Bellucci's resistance set after set.

With the win, Fritz advanced to the third round of the tournament, maintaining his perfect record without surrendering a set. The American's emphatic start has bolstered his credentials as a genuine contender in the competition, with his consistent level of play suggesting he remains a significant threat to his remaining opponents.

Fritz will next face an opponent from the third-round stage as he continues his pursuit of a deep run at the US Open. His form through the early rounds suggests the American is peaking at precisely the right moment in the calendar year.