Fernandez and Shapovalov Eliminated in US Open Third Round

Canadian singles players have been entirely eliminated from the US Open following third-round losses by Leylah Fernandez and Denis Shapovalov in New York.

Leylah Fernandez Falls to Jessica Pegula in Three Sets

Leylah Fernandez’s tournament run came to an end on Friday with a 1-6, 6-4, 6-3 defeat against third-seeded American Jessica Pegula. Seeded 31st and hailing from Laval, Que., Fernandez started strong by dominating the opening set in just 30 minutes.

However, after conceding a break midway through the second set, Fernandez failed to capitalize on multiple opportunities during a lengthy ensuing game. Fernandez converted just three of 11 break-point chances, while Pegula successfully capitalized on all three of her opportunities. Pegula secured an early break in the decisive third set to close out the match, advancing to face Romania’s Sorana Cirstea.

Denis Shapovalov Exits After Late-Night Battle Against Ben Shelton

Denis Shapovalov wrapped up the Canadian singles campaign in a contentious late-night match at Arthur Ashe Stadium, falling 7-6 (3), 6-7 (5), 6-3, 6-4 to eighth-seeded American Ben Shelton. The match concluded at 2:07 a.m. ET.

During the match, Shapovalov twice complained to the umpire about Shelton’s grunts and expressed frustration with the pro-Shelton crowd after being jeered while speaking to the official. With the victory, Shelton—who has won the National Bank Open presented by Rogers the past two years—extended his career head-to-head record against Shapovalov to 5-0. Shelton advances to play Greece’s Stefanos Tsitsipas.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any Canadians left in the US Open?

Yes. While all singles competitors have been eliminated, Leylah Fernandez and Gabriela Dabrowski are still competing in the women’s doubles draw.

Who defeated Leylah Fernandez at the US Open?

American third seed Jessica Pegula defeated Fernandez in the third round by a score of 1-6, 6-4, 6-3.

Who did Denis Shapovalov play in his final match?

Shapovalov lost to the eighth-seeded American Ben Shelton in a four-set match that finished early Saturday morning.