Overview

• Muchová paused during her second-round match after spotting an ex-boyfriend across from her bench and asked him to leave.
• She said he initially stayed but later left, and she regained focus to defeat Sorana Cîrstea in three sets.
• The Czech player later beat Linda Nosková and advanced to face Marta Kostyuk in the round of 16.
• Muchová told reporters she did not file a report with the WTA or USTA, though players can request that specific individuals be blocked from tickets or credentials.
• The USTA said player safety is a core priority and outlined coordination with law enforcement and use of physical and technological monitoring throughout the event.