Barbora Krejcikova Survives Taylor Townsend in Epic US Open Duel
In a match filled with emotions and unexpected twists, Barbora Krejcikova defeated American Taylor Townsend at the US Open with a score of 1-6, 7-6 (13), 6-3. The match, which lasted more than three hours, kept the fans on the edge of their seats. Townsend, who has become a public favorite, was close to achieving her first Grand Slam quarterfinal, but Krejcikova showed her composure and experience. The Czech player, a two-time Grand Slam champion, saved eight match points in the second set, which culminated in a 25-minute tiebreak. In the decisive set, Krejcikova broke Townsend’s serve twice, securing her place in the next round.Krejcikova, who will face Jessica Pegula in the quarterfinals, reached her sixth appearance in the quarterfinals of a major tournament. Townsend, visibly excited, received a standing ovation as she left the court.“I really gave it my all,” Townsend commented after the match. “She played really good tennis at crucial moments, and I thought I had it.”
Taylor Townsend
In her thirty-first Grand Slam appearance, Townsend was on the verge of reaching the last eight for the first time in her career. Townsend continues to compete in the women’s doubles tournament, where she is the top seed alongside Katerina Siniakova. Krejcikova, who has recovered from a back injury that kept her off the courts for several months, has demonstrated her determination by reaching the quarterfinals in New York. In the third round, Krejcikova defeated American Emma Navarro in a match that lasted two and a half hours. Townsend, who won the first set in just 28 minutes, was close to achieving a significant breakthrough in the tournament. After her victory over Jelena Ostapenko, Townsend was involved in a confrontation at the net. Subsequently, Ostapenko apologized on social media. Townsend, who defeated Mirra Andreeva in the third round, expressed her satisfaction at having connected with the fans and having offered a great spectacle.“I’m really enjoying this audience. Even if it’s not for me, but for the Americans, it’s fine,” Krejcikova said.
Barbora Krejcikova
“I’m glad I was able to win over the fans and that people can know who I am and, even more, play my best tennis and offer a great show and give the fans what they deserve, which is great tennis,” said Townsend.
Taylor Townsend
