Naomi Osaka rallies past Elise Mertens, reaches US Open Round of 16
sportsSep 5, 202627270
Naomi Osaka came from behind to beat Elise Mertens 6-3, 3-6, 7-5 under the lights at the US Open to reach the tournament's round of 16 at Flushing Meadows. Osaka trailed 2-4 in the deciding set before rallying and converting on her fourth match point to close out the win. The match required four saved match points for Osaka to survive, and an ace that was her eighth of the night helped her seize a crucial service game. Mertens received a warm send-off from the crowd as Osaka advanced while still searching for her best tennis this week. Osaka will move on to the last 16 and face another tough opponent in the next round.
