Aryna Sabalenka came through a tense US Open 2026 quarter-final against Linda Noskova, winning in a deciding-set tie-break at Arthur Ashe Stadium, according to Sky Sports and the Guardian.
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Key facts
- Aryna Sabalenka beat Linda Noskova in a deciding-set tie-break in the US Open 2026 quarter-finals.
- The match was played at Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York.
- Frances Tiafoe was set to face Alex Michelsen in the following last-eight match.
- In the previous round, Sabalenka had faced American Taylor Townsend.
- The Guardian noted the Arthur Ashe crowd was perhaps only about half full early in the match.
Aryna Sabalenka needed a deciding-set tie-break to see off Linda Noskova in the US Open 2026 quarter-finals, according to coverage from Sky Sports and the Guardian. The match was played at Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York.
During the opening set, the Guardian reported Sabalenka leading Noskova 3-1, with the Wimbledon champion applying pressure on the Czech’s serve. At 30-all, Sabalenka smacked a backhand return into the net, allowing Noskova to hold at 40-30 and get on the scoreboard after another Sabalenka return error.
The atmosphere at Arthur Ashe was described by the Guardian as relatively subdued early on, with the crowd perhaps only about half full. According to the Guardian, the spectators were not against Sabalenka, as they had been in her previous round against the American Taylor Townsend, but were hoping for a close match.
The contest was settled in a deciding-set tie-break in Sabalenka’s favour, as reported by both outlets.
The Guardian noted that Frances Tiafoe was set to face Alex Michelsen in the following quarter-final in the last eight.
Why it matters
Grand Slam quarter-finals often shape the trajectory of a tournament, and a closely contested tie-break at this stage underlines how competitive the closing rounds have become for fans following the US Open.
Frequently asked questions
Who won the US Open quarter-final between Sabalenka and Noskova?
Aryna Sabalenka won, beating Linda Noskova in a deciding-set tie-break, according to Sky Sports and the Guardian.
Where was the match played?
The quarter-final was played at Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York.
Which match followed on the same schedule?
The Guardian reported that Frances Tiafoe was set to face Alex Michelsen in the last eight following the Sabalenka match.
Timeline
- US Open 2026 quarter-finals: Aryna Sabalenka beats Linda Noskova in deciding tie-break – live
The Guardian Sport: Francis Tiafoe v Alex Michelsen to follow in the last eight Will influencers bring down US Open? | You can mail Taha First set: Sabalenka* 3-1 Noskova (*denotes next server) At 30-all, Sabalenka is applying more pressure on Noskova’s serve, but Sabalenka smacks a backhand return
- US Open LIVE! Sabalenka taken to deciding-set tie-break by Noskova
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