Blockx Becomes First Belgian Man to Reach U.S. Open Quarter‑Finals

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AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: In his debut at Flushing Meadows, 28th‑seeded German‑born Belgian player Jannik Blockx advanced to the U.S. Open quarter‑finals by defeating 24th‑seeded Federico Cerundolo in a five‑set match. The victory marks a historic milestone for Belgium, as Blockx is the first Belgian male player to reach this stage in the tournament. The win also highlights his rapid rise from outside the top 100 to a major‑tournament contender.

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Blockx first Belgian man to reach U.S. Open quarter-finals

Left-leaning · The Hindu

US Open 2026: Blockx Beats Francisco, Becomes First Belgian Man To Reach Quarterfinals

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