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Nakashima Stuns Medvedev; Borges Ends Rublev's Run
19 Aug
Summary
- Brandon Nakashima upset Daniil Medvedev after saving three match points.
- Nuno Borges ended a five-match losing streak against Andrey Rublev.
- Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff advanced to the fourth round.
Aryna Sabalenka displayed exceptional form, dismantling Wang Xinyu 6-1, 6-3 to secure her place in the fourth round of the Cincinnati Masters. The world No. 1's dominant performance extended her Masters 1000 winning streak.
Fourth seed Coco Gauff faced a tougher challenge, ultimately overcoming Ann Li 6-1, 7-6 (7-3) after a closely contested second set. Mirra Andreeva also advanced, but was made to work for her 6-1, 7-6 (7-5) win against Janice Tjen.
Significant upsets occurred as Brandon Nakashima defeated fourth seed Daniil Medvedev in a thrilling three-set match, saving three match points. Portugal's Nuno Borges achieved a notable victory over Andrey Rublev, ending a five-match losing streak in their rivalry.
Other notable results included Felix Auger-Aliassime and Taylor Fritz progressing, while eighth seed Elina Svitolina withdrew from her match due to an ankle injury.
