Coco Gauff and Naomi Osaka are set to clash in a highly anticipated fourth-round match at the U.S. Open on Monday. This exciting matchup features Gauff, a talented 21-year-old from Florida, who is currently the tournament’s No. 3 seed. On the other side of the net is Osaka, a 27-year-old powerhouse originally from Japan, now holding the No. 23 seed. Together, these two players have secured a remarkable three titles at Flushing Meadows, making this encounter one of the most significant highlights of the tournament. The victor of this match will earn a coveted spot in the quarterfinals of this year’s championship.
The Gauff vs. Osaka match will take place at the iconic Arthur Ashe Stadium. While the exact start time remains uncertain, it is anticipated that the match will begin shortly after the conclusion of the preceding contest featuring Andrey Rublev from Russia and Felix Auger-Aliassime from Canada, which kicks off at 11:30 a.m. EDT. Therefore, Gauff and Osaka's match could potentially start as early as 1:30 p.m. or later, possibly around 2 or 3 p.m., depending on the duration of the earlier match.
If you’re wondering how to catch the action, ESPN will be broadcasting the U.S. Open live in the United States. For viewers outside of the U.S., a comprehensive list of local broadcasters can be found online, ensuring that fans around the globe won’t miss this thrilling encounter.
This match marks the sixth professional meeting between Coco Gauff and Naomi Osaka, and the second time they’ve faced off at Flushing Meadows. Their previous encounter in 2019 saw Osaka triumph over a young Gauff, who was just 15 years old at the time. In a touching moment, Osaka consoled the emotional Gauff after the match and invited her to address the audience. Since that match, Gauff has emerged as a formidable opponent, winning three of their four subsequent matches, giving her a 3-2 edge in their head-to-head series.
As anticipation builds for this compelling matchup, fans are eager to see how Gauff and Osaka will perform on one of tennis’s grandest stages. Be sure to tune in to witness who will advance to the quarterfinals of the U.S. Open!
