Exciting US Open 2025: Bublik triumphs over Tommy Paul, Auger-Aliassime shocks Zverev
The 2025 U.S. Open third round concluded at Flushing Meadows with several notable matches. Alexander Zverev (3) was defeated by Felix Auger-Aliassime (25), making Zverev the highest seed in either singles draw to lose at the tournament. American Tommy Paul (14) was eliminated by Alexander Bublik (23), while Iga Świątek (2) advanced in straight sets despite not playing at her best.
Jannik Sinner (1) came from a set down to beat Denis Shapovalov (27), and Coco Gauff (3) comfortably defeated Magdalena Fręch (28) to set up a match with Naomi Osaka (23) in the next round.
After a five-set victory, Alexander Bublik extended his best wishes to Ben Shelton and Tommy Paul, who are dealing with injuries. Bublik, known for his dominant serve and not being broken in the tournament so far, expressed uncertainty about maintaining his serve in the next match against Jannik Sinner.
In a five-set match, Alexander Bublik defeated Tommy Paul to advance to the round of 16 at the U.S. Open. Paul struggled physically in the fifth set, showing signs of fatigue and physical discomfort. Bublik relied on his strong serve, recording 20 aces and a 61% first-serve conversion rate. He will face world No. 1 Jannik Sinner in the next round.
Tommy Paul managed to win the fourth set tiebreak against Alexander Bublik, leading to a fifth set. The match was intense, with Paul showing resilience despite physical challenges. The crowd at Arthur Ashe Stadium was highly engaged, creating an electric atmosphere.
Beatriz Haddad Maia (18) defeated Maria Sakkari in straight sets, advancing to the fourth round of a Grand Slam for the first time this year. She will face American Amanda Anisimova (8) in the next round.
In a closely contested match, Alexander Bublik saved set point to force a fourth set tiebreak against Tommy Paul. The players were evenly matched, with neither player facing break points until late in the set.
Felix Auger-Aliassime expressed satisfaction with his win, highlighting the importance of hard work and patience in achieving success. He emphasized the need to stay ambitious, professional, and humble in both victories and defeats.
Alexander Zverev's loss at the U.S. Open marked his second consecutive early exit from a Grand Slam, following his upset at Wimbledon earlier in the summer. Zverev's defeat at the U.S. Open mirrored a similar pattern seen with Rafael Nadal in 2005.
Tommy Paul received medical treatment during his match against Alexander Bublik, showing signs of physical discomfort. Despite the challenges, Paul continued to compete, with the match reaching a fifth set. Bublik ultimately emerged victorious, advancing to the next round of the tournament.