Linda Noskova Converts Sixth Match Point to Oust Kostyuk, Reaches First US Open Quarterfinal

Linda Noskova created a historic moment at the 2026 US Open when the 20-year-old Czech prodigy converted her first match point after six attempts to defeat No. 11 seed Marta Kostyuk 7-5, 5-7, 6-4. The match lasted 2 hours 27 minutes, played on the always fiery Arthur Ashe court with a full house of spectators. Noskova led 7-5 in the first set and 5-3 in the second with two match points, but Kostyuk saved both match points and swept the last four games to force a decider. In the third set, Noskova held two match points but Kostyuk saved three more, creating a tense battle that stretched nearly an hour after Noskova's first match point. Finally, Noskova converted her first match point after six attempts, securing the victory and advancing to the US Open semifinals - her first time in the tournament's history. This was not just a routine win but a testament to the growth of a young talent gradually establishing her position in the women's tennis world.