🎾 What a night at the US Open for British tennis star, Jacob Fearnley! In a gripping match against Spanish veteran Roberto Bautista Agut, Fearnley clinched victory in his first-ever main-draw win. Despite battling nerves and challenging service games, the 24-year-old Scot emerged triumphant with a 7-5, 6-2, 5-7, 6-4 score after a marathon three hours and 24 minutes on court.
But the drama didn’t end there! In a surreal turn of events, a fan switched sides mid-match, going from loud support to enthusiastic heckling. “I couldn’t believe it,” Fearnley admitted, describing the unexpected shift as “confusing and extremely loud.” Yet, our British number three remained unfazed, focusing on his game and securing a memorable win.
Reflecting on the match, Fearnley acknowledged his nerves, noting that playing such tense matches still spikes his adrenaline. “Even though I’ve had big-match experiences, it’s all still new,” he shared. “In those big moments, a bit more clarity will come with experience.”
Up next for Fearnley is a showdown with German third seed Alexander Zverev on Thursday. It promises to be another thrilling encounter, given Zverev’s previous wins over Fearnley this year at the Australian Open and Miami Open.
Let’s rally behind Jacob and wish him the best for his next match! 🇬🇧🏆 #USOpen #JacobFearnley #TennisThrills #BritishTennis