Zarazua Wins US Open Over Keys – Tennis News
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Renata Zarazua Upsets Madison Keys at the 2024 US Open
The Upset
Renata Zarazua, a 27-year-old Mexican tennis player, achieved the most notable victory of her career on Monday, August 26, 2024, defeating reigning Australian Open champion Madison Keys in a grueling three-set match at the US Open. The final score was 6-7 (10), 7-6 (3), 7-5, lasting 3 hours and 10 minutes in Arthur Ashe Stadium.
Prior to this match, Zarazua had never defeated a player ranked within the PIF WTA Rankings Top 10. Her career-high ranking is No.51, achieved thru consistent performance on the WTA Tour, including titles at the WTA 125 level in Charleston (2023) and montevideo (2023). This was the frist year Zarazua qualified for and played in the main draws of all four Grand Slam singles tournaments.
Match details and Statistics
The match was a back-and-forth affair, with Zarazua demonstrating remarkable resilience. She trailed by a set and 3-0 in the second, but battled back to force a tiebreak, which she won convincingly.The third set was equally competitive, ultimately decided by Zarazua’s unwavering determination.
The final point totals reflected the closely contested nature of the match: Zarazua won 131 points,while Keys secured 125.
| Player | Sets Won | Total Points Won |
|---|---|---|
| Renata Zarazua | 3 | 131 |
| Madison Keys | 2 | 125 |
Historical Significance
Zarazua’s victory marks a significant milestone for Mexican tennis.She is the first Mexican woman to defeat a Top 10 seed at a Grand Slam tournament since Angelica Gavaldon defeated jana novotna at the 1995 australian Open WTA Tennis.
This win also represents a breakthrough moment for Zarazua,who has consistently worked to elevate her game and compete at the highest level.Her success highlights the growing talent within Mexican tennis and could inspire a new generation of players.
Zarazua’s Reaction
“coming into the match, I was almost crying, I was so nervous,” Zarazua saeid in her on-court interview WTA Tennis. Her emotional response underscored the magnitude of the victory and the pressure she felt facing a Grand Slam champion.