Fritz, Anisimova, and Williams in action on day seven of US Open

The third round at Flushing Meadows saw the Williams sisters fall short in a dramatic doubles match that extended to three sets. Serena and Venus Williams, who together are 456 years old, lost 6‑3, 6‑7(6), 7‑6(7) to Chan Hao‑ching and Maya Jouni in a tie‑break that saw the pair squander a five‑point advantage. The defeat follows Serena’s earlier singles exit at Wimbledon, where she was stopped by the Australian in the first round, and the loss may influence her decision on whether to continue competing at this level. The sisters declined a post‑match press conference, leaving their future plans uncertain.

Meanwhile, other marquee matches unfolded on the same day. Zheng Saisai began the second set with a strong start against an American opponent, drawing a large crowd at Grandstand. Russian player Anisimova held a 3‑2 lead over Potapova, while American top seed Taylor Fritz warmed up on Arthur Ashe before facing Argentine 24th seed Francisco Cerundolo. These matches highlight the depth of competition at the tournament, with both established stars and rising players vying for early-round success.

As the tournament progresses, the Williams sisters’ exit underscores the unpredictable nature of Grand Slam doubles, while the singles action continues to deliver high‑stakes encounters. Fans and analysts alike will watch to see how the remaining competitors adjust their strategies in the coming rounds.