Mon Sep 01 21:40:00 UTC 2025: **News Article:**
**Osaka Shocks Gauff at U.S. Open, Williams/Fernandez Advance in Doubles**
**Flushing Meadows, NY** – A day of thrilling action unfolded at the U.S. Open today, with notable upsets and dominant performances marking the fourth round. Naomi Osaka, two-time U.S. Open Champion, delivered a stunning victory over world No. 3 and home favorite Coco Gauff. Osaka’s strategic targeting of Gauff’s forehand and consistent play proved too much for the young American, resulting in a straight-sets win (6-3, 6-3). Gauff acknowledged her groundstroke errors and expressed disappointment despite improvements in her serve. Osaka, in contrast, displayed a determined and confident demeanor, hinting at a potential return to her championship form.
In other singles action, Iga Świątek, De Minaur, Lorenzo Musetti, and Auger-Aliassime all secured victories, advancing to the next round. Musetti delivered a merciless performance in straight sets — against Jaume Munar to advance to the quarterfinals at the U.S. Open for the first time.
Adding to the excitement, the unlikely doubles duo of Venus Williams and Leylah Fernandez captivated the crowd at Louis Armstrong Stadium. The 45-year-old Williams, a 21-time Grand Slam champion, partnered with Fernandez to defeat the 12th-seeded team of Ekaterina Alexandrova and Zhang Shuai in straight sets 6-3, 6-3. Their teamwork and resilience were on full display as they saved break points and capitalized on unforced errors from their opponents.
The night session promises more high-stakes tennis, with top seed Jannik Sinner facing Alexander Bublik and Amanda Anisimova battling Beatriz Haddad Maia. Karolína Muchová defeated Marta Kostyuk in three sets, and will face Naomi Osaka in the Quarterfinals.
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