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US Open Rain Delays: Keys, Rybakina & Fery Matches Halted
1 Sep
Summary
- Play on outside courts was delayed due to rain on day three.
- Elena Rybakina could become world number one if she reaches the semi-finals.
- Arthur Fery makes his New York debut after a strong Wimbledon performance.
Day three of the US Open experienced significant disruptions due to rain, leading to delays on all outside courts. Live commentary for the event was available on BBC 5 Sports Extra for UK listeners. Notable matches scheduled included Madison Keys against Alina Korneeva and Flavio Cobolli versus Francisco Comesana.
Elena Rybakina is set to compete against American wildcard Thea Frodin in her first-round match. A strong performance in the tournament could see Rybakina ascend to the world number one ranking, replacing Aryna Sabalenka, should she reach the semi-finals.
Following these, GB's Arthur Fery is scheduled to play against the 13th seed, Lorenzo Musetti. This marks Fery's debut in New York, achieving this milestone after an impressive semi-final appearance at Wimbledon in July.
