Overview

• Townsend beat Ostapenko 7-5, 6-1 in the second round in New York before a tense courtside argument captured on broadcast cameras.
• Post-match footage showed Townsend rejecting a demand to apologize for a net-cord winner as boos from the crowd grew.
• Townsend said Ostapenko told her she had "no class" and "no education" and referenced "outside the U.S.," while adding she would not judge Ostapenko’s intent.
• Ostapenko later denied racist intent on Instagram and accused Townsend of disrespect over the net-cord point and warming up at the net.
• People and the AP noted Townsend has long opened warm-ups with volleys, and she is scheduled to face Mirra Andreeva in the third round on Friday.