Krejcikova Survives Home Favourite Townsend in Epic US Open Thriller
- On August 31, 2025, Barbora Krejcikova defeated Taylor Townsend 1-6, 7-6, 6-3 at the U.S. Open in New York, securing a quarter-final spot.
- In a gripping second-set tiebreak lasting 25 minutes, Krejcikova overcame eight separate match points to turn the tide against Townsend, who had convincingly taken the first set 6-1.
- The match lasted over three hours, featured multiple breaks of serve, and showcased Krejcikova’s resilience against Townsend’s sharp returns and aggressive play.
- Krejcikova, who has won two Grand Slam singles titles, will next compete against No. 4 seed Jessica Pegula, who secured her spot in the quarterfinals with a 6-1, 6-2 victory over Ann Li.
- Krejcikova’s victory marked her sixth major quarter-final appearance and extended her strong Slam record despite recent injury struggles, while Townsend left in tears after her near breakthrough.
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