Sport · Singapore Bureau
Medvedev, Pegula advance at rain-hit US Open despite disruptions
Daniil Medvedev and Jessica Pegula secured their places in the third round at the US Open on Wednesday, progressing despite weather delays and an unusual on-court interruption that disrupted the tournament schedule.
LSN Singapore ·
NEW YORK — Daniil Medvedev advanced to the third round of the US Open on Wednesday following an unexpected avian disruption during his match, while American Jessica Pegula defeated fellow compatriot Sofia Kenin in straight sets amid persistent rain that hampered the day's proceedings.
The Russian player's progress came despite the unusual interruption on court, adding to the mounting scheduling challenges caused by inclement weather throughout the day. Heavy rain forced multiple suspensions of play and created a cascading effect on the tournament's match schedule.
Pegula's dominant performance against Kenin provided a bright spot for the American contingent at the Grand Slam event. The American's commanding victory underscored her strong form as the tournament progressed into its second week.
Organizers continued managing the tournament's logistics amid weather disruptions, working to keep matches on schedule despite the challenging conditions. The persistent rain highlighted the unpredictability of outdoor tennis in New York during early September.