Jacob Fearnley Battles Past Luka Pavlovic
The win sets up a final qualifying meeting with Austria’s Jurij Rodionov. After falling behind following a dropped serve, the 100th-ranked 25-year-old fought back to capture the first set. Following his adversary’s comeback to tie the match, he managed to stay composed in the final set and secured a 6-4, 6-7 (4-7), 6-4 victory.
Toby Samuel and Harry Wendelken Secure Hard-Fought Wins
The 23-year-old, who made his Grand Slam debut at the French Open, recovered to win 4-6, 6-4, 6-1. Samuel will next face Chile’s former top-20 player Cristian Garin.
Meanwhile, Harry Wendelken saved a match point to come through a three-hour tussle with Switzerland’s Remy Bertola. Ranked 196th, the 24-year-old appeared on the brink of elimination at a set and 5-2 down before denying Bertola a match point. Wendelken levelled at 5-5 and edged the second-set tie-break. He took charge of the decider by establishing a 5-2 lead and withstood a late fightback to win 5-7, 7-6 (7-4), 6-4. Wendelken faces Lithuania’s Vilius Gaubas next.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the British players still in US Open qualifying?
Jacob Fearnley, Toby Samuel, Harry Wendelken, and Harriet Dart are one win away from the main draw.
Who is Jacob Fearnley playing next?
Fearnley will face Austria’s Jurij Rodionov in the final round of qualifying.
What was the score in Toby Samuel’s match against Billy Harris?
Toby Samuel defeated fellow Briton Billy Harris 4-6, 6-4, 6-1.
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