The second day of singles competition at the 2026 US Open proved to be a successful one for American women, with six players advancing to the second round. This impressive showing highlights the depth of talent among U.S. female tennis players as they compete on one of the sport's biggest stages.
The players who moved on are Amanda Anisimova, Ann Li, Caty McNally, Emma Navarro, Sloane Stephens, and Taylor Townsend. However, not all American competitors found success; Katie Volynets was defeated by Wimbledon champion Linda Noskova, while Ashlyn Krueger lost in an all-American matchup against Anisimova. Notably, Sloane Stephens delivered a standout performance by defeating World No. 38 Clara Tauson in straight sets, marking her as one of the day's surprises.
These six women will join fellow Americans Jessica Pegula and Sofia Kenin in the second round. Pegula and Kenin both secured victories in their respective first-round matches, with Pegula's win occurring on Sunday and Kenin's triumph coming in the early hours of Monday morning. Their successful outings add to the growing momentum of American players in this year’s tournament.
Among the American women, Coco Gauff stands out as the favorite to win the US Open, especially following her recent victory at the Cincinnati Open. Gauff's performance has positioned her as a formidable contender, but Anisimova, who reached the finals of the 2025 US Open, should not be underestimated. Jessica Pegula, a finalist at both the 2024 US Open and the 2026 Cincinnati Open, has also demonstrated strong form throughout the North American summer hardcourt season.
Gauff's previous triumph at the Cincinnati Open in 2023 was a precursor to her first Grand Slam victory at the US Open, adding to the anticipation surrounding her performance this year. As she prepares to face Zeynep Sonmez in her opening match on Tuesday night, expectations are high for Gauff and her fellow Americans.
In addition to Gauff, other seeded American players, including Jovic and Keys, are also set to compete in their first-round matches. Jovic will take on Magdelena French, while Keys faces Czechia’s Alina Korneeva in daytime matches on Tuesday. The excitement continues to build as the tournament progresses, with fans eager to see how these athletes perform.
The US Open, running until September 13, is being broadcast on ESPN, allowing tennis enthusiasts to follow the action as it unfolds. With several American women already advancing, the tournament promises to be an exhilarating showcase of talent and competition.
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