Overview
- Gauff defeated Badosa 6-4, 7-6(5) on Thursday night at Arthur Ashe Stadium to advance to the US Open third round.
- The win ended Badosa’s recent two-match edge over Gauff and extended Gauff’s run to eight straight match wins.
- Gauff’s service power stood out during the match with a peak delivery measured at 121 mph.
- Badosa, who had to play three straight days after a rain-delayed first round, posted a public message thanking supporters and addressing critics after the loss.
- In related action at Flushing Meadows, 20-year-old Learner Tien beat Gael Monfils 6-3, 6-4, 6-3 in what was billed as Monfils’ final Grand Slam match.