NEW YORK — As many as 10 women competing at this year’s US Open have a realistic shot at raising the trophy including all-time great Serena Williams and big-hitting teenager Bianca Andreescu.
Big-serving 24-year-old American Madison Keys, who reached the US Open final in 2017 and won the Cincinnati Open on Sunday, is playing with more maturity, which makes her even more dangerous, Christ Evert said.
Wimbledon champion and fourth seed Simona Halep of Romania is the most dependable player in the draw and her speedy, defensive style will be a tough test for anyone.
World number one Osaka, who has struggled since winning the Australian Open in January and had a quiet hard court season, could like Williams benefit from the energetic backing of the New York crowd as she looks to retain her title, Evert said. — Reuters
