US Open 2026 Results: Carlos Alcaraz continued his impressive return to the US Open with a straight-sets victory over Tommy Paul on Sunday, reaching the quarterfinals without dropping a set in the fourth round. The defending champion produced another composed performance at Arthur Ashe Stadium, winning 6-4, 6-2, 6-4. Earlier in the day, world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka also advanced, defeating Taylor Townsend 6-4, 6-3. Both reigning US Open champions remain on course for another deep run at Flushing Meadows.
Carlos Alcaraz Overcomes Tommy Paul In Straight Sets
Carlos Alcaraz needed two hours and 12 minutes to overcome the American 20th seed, maintaining his dominant recent record against Tommy Paul. The Spaniard won 6-4, 6-2, 6-4, securing his place in the last eight in New York.
The victory extends Alcaraz’s Grand Slam winning streak to 18 matches. He also improved his US Open record to 28-3, having arrived in New York after more than four months away from competition because of a right wrist injury.
Alcaraz entered the contest with a 6-2 advantage in his previous meetings with Paul. The latest victory makes it seven consecutive wins for the Spaniard over the American.
Aryna Sabalenka Defeats Taylor Townsend
Aryna Sabalenka also made a convincing start to the second week, defeating American Taylor Townsend 6-4, 6-3. The top seed recovered after trailing 1-3 in the second set, winning the final five games to close out the contest.
The result keeps Sabalenka’s title defence firmly on track. She has now won 18 consecutive matches at the US Open, remaining unbeaten in New York since 2022. She also entered the fourth round having dropped fewer games than any other player in the tournament.
US Open 2026: When Will Alcaraz And Sabalenka Play Next?
Alcaraz will return for the quarterfinals against the winner of Ben Shelton vs Stefanos Tsitsipas. Sabalenka will face Wimbledon champion Linda Noskova, who defeated Marta Kostyuk 7-5, 5-7, 6-4.
The US Open quarterfinals will be played during the next phase of the tournament, with the exact match times determined by the US Open schedule.
