Novak Djokovic and Serena William have reached the third round of the US Open.
Defending champion Djokovic shrugged off a shoulder problem to defeat Argentine Juan Ignacio Londero 6-4, 7-6, 6-1.
Meanwhile, Williams kept alive her hopes of securing a record-tying 24th Grand Slam title with a 5-,7 6-3, 6-1 win over American wildcard Catherine McNally.
In other games, second seed Ashleigh Barty overcame American Lauren Davis 6-2, 7-6, while 10th seed Madison Keys beat China's Zhu Lin 6-4, 6-1.
Kennedy Center to host 2026 World Cup draw
US President Donald Trump announced on Friday that the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington will host the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw on December 5.
Man City defender Dias signs contract extension until 2029
Manchester City defender Ruben Dias has signed a contract extension that will keep him with the club until 2029, City announced on Friday.
Sinner to start US Open against Kopriva, Sabalenka faces tricky test
Defending champion Jannik Sinner, who has been recovering from illness, received a more favourable route to the US Open final than Carlos Alcaraz, while Aryna Sabalenka will be tested in her bid to retain her title after the draw was made on Thursday.
Errani, Vavassori hope mixed doubles win earns respect for overlooked event
US Open mixed doubles champions Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori hope they have earned respect for their event after overcoming a field packed with singles stars to successfully defend their title.
Gauff splits with coach Daly ahead of US Open
Two-times Grand Slam champion Coco Gauff has parted ways with coach Matthew Daly just days before the start of the US Open, ESPN reported on Wednesday.
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