Zverev triumphs in epic match, advances at US Open 2026

The US Open 2026 crowd closely followed the match between Alexander Zverev and Quentin Halys, which went to five sets and secured the German's qualification for the third round. The result is driving searches for "tennis scores today".

Zverev overcomes Halys in four-hour, 33-minute match

The top seed won 6-4, 4-6, 7-6 (7-3), 6-7 (3-7), 6-3, displaying varying levels of play throughout the encounter. After the match, he raised his arms in a sign of relief.

First top seed to play two five-set matches in early rounds

Zverev became the first top seed in the Open Era to face two five-set matches in the first two rounds of a Grand Slam. The physical demands meant he only slept at 5 AM the morning after his victory over Lorenzo Sonego.

Absences alter the competition landscape

World number one Jannik Sinner is out due to injury, and defending champion Carlos Alcaraz is still working to regain form after four months of wrist treatment. These absences open the door for Zverev to solidify his position as a favorite.

Unexpected eliminations in the men's draw

Felix Auger-Aliassime, the third seed, was the first to exit the tournament, describing dizziness and blurred vision as he lost to Karen Khachanov. Australian Dane Sweeny also advanced by eliminating 13th seed Italian Lorenzo Musetti.

Outlook for upcoming rounds

Zverev faces 25th seed Alejandro Tabilo, an opponent he has never been defeated by. Should he maintain his performance, he could face sixth seed Alex de Minaur, although the latter has also been eliminated. Along the way, the German might cross paths with Taylor Fritz, who won his second-round match losing only two games.

Gael Monfils' Farewell

Frenchman Gael Monfils ended his Grand Slam career by losing to 14th seed Learner Tien 6-3, 6-4, 6-3, announcing plans to work in wealth management in Switzerland at the end of the season.

With information from BBC.