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Japan's Rei Sakamoto earns a US Open spot, but beats his retiring hero Kei Nishikori to do it
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· August 28, 2026
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Key points The winner, who is 20 years old, has admired the retiring player since childhood and remembers a notable achievement in a Grand Slam tournament. The victory came at the expense of a retiring tennis star who had hoped to make one last Grand Slam appearance.
A young tennis player has secured a spot in the U.S. Open by defeating his idol. The victory came at the expense of a retiring tennis star who had hoped to make one last Grand Slam appearance.
The retiring player expressed happiness for his opponent, acknowledging him as a future top player. The winner, who is 20 years old, has admired the retiring player since childhood and remembers a notable achievement in a Grand Slam tournament. Further details about the match and the players are available.
The outcome of the match determined the final spot in the main draw. The retiring player's career is coming to an end, and a new generation of players is emerging.
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Category: News ·
Published: August 28, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
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