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Americans dominate at US Open after Williams sisters exit

Ben Shelton, Frances Tiafoe, and Alex Michelsen move into the tournament's fourth round, while the Williams sisters are eliminated in their doubles debut.

5 September 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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At the US Open, American players Ben Shelton, Frances Tiafoe, and Alex Michelsen continue to shine as they advance to the fourth round. With emphatic performances, they have been a dominant force in Flushing Meadows, showcasing great skill in their matches.

The positive results of the American players contrast with the elimination of sisters Serena and Venus Williams, who were defeated in their doubles debut. This tournament marked an important farewell for the sisters on the competitive tennis scene.

The performances of Shelton, Tiafoe, and Michelsen reinforce the United States' presence in the latter stages of the competition, while the exit of the Williams sisters marks the end of an era for two of tennis's most iconic players. The matches continue, and expectations rise as the tournament unfolds.

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