Osaka Stuns Gauff at US Open, Sinner and Swiatek Advance to Quarters

Naomi Osaka delivered a commanding performance at the US Open, defeating Coco Gauff, while Jannik Sinner and Iga Swiatek powered into the quarter-finals.

On September 1, 2025, Japan’s Naomi Osaka electrified the US Open with a dominant 6-3, 6-2 victory over American Coco Gauff in the fourth round at Arthur Ashe Stadium. The two-time champion, back to her best after returning to tennis post-motherhood, overwhelmed Gauff, who struggled with 33 unforced errors. Osaka, speaking to Channels Television, called the court her favorite, marking her deepest major run since her 2021 Australian Open title. She now faces Karolina Muchova in the quarter-finals, aiming for a fifth Grand Slam.

World number one Jannik Sinner crushed Alexander Bublik 6-1, 6-1, 6-1, breaking serve eight times to reach the quarter-finals. Sinner, the reigning champion, faces Lorenzo Musetti next in an all-Italian clash, aiming to defend his title, a feat not achieved by a man since Roger Federer in 2008. Iga Swiatek, the women’s second seed, dispatched Ekaterina Alexandrova 6-3, 6-1, extending her Grand Slam streak to 11 wins. She meets Amanda Anisimova in a Wimbledon final rematch, showcasing her dominance.

The matches captivated New York’s Labor Day crowd, with Osaka’s comeback inspiring fans and Nigeria’s tennis community, following stars like Tobi Amusan. Gauff admitted the mental toll of a tough week affected her play. The results test the resilience of top seeds and the emergence of veterans like Osaka. As the US Open progresses, these performances signal thrilling battles ahead, with Nigeria watching for inspiration in its sports ambitions.