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Jaime Faria is through to the second round of the US Open

Observador31 August 2026 at 09:21

Jaime Faria advanced to the second round of the US Open after defeating Jenson Brooksby, the American host player, in five sets. This was a significant victory for the Portuguese tennis player, who managed to overcome the home adversary at a Grand Slam tournament.

Faria will now face the winner of the match between Spanish player Carlos Alcaraz, who is returning to competition, and his opponent in the second round. Alcaraz's return to the circuits is one of the highlights of this tournament.

The Portuguese player showed resilience throughout five sets to secure victory against Brooksby, thus ensuring his passage to the next phase of the American tournament.

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