By Adegboyega Adeleye
Daniil Medvedev and Jessica Pegula advanced to the third round of the US Open on Wednesday as rain continued to disrupt the tournament schedule.
Reuters reports that Medvedev, the 2021 champion, defeated American wildcard Sebastian Gorzny 6-1, 6-3, 7-5 on Louis Armstrong Stadium.
The Russian was briefly frustrated when two birds landed on the net, forcing the chair umpire to order a point to be replayed. Medvedev regained his composure to complete the victory.
Third seed Pegula needed just 56 minutes to beat compatriot and 2020 Australian Open champion Sofia Kenin 6-3, 6-1 on Arthur Ashe Stadium.
