Donald Young, Taylor Townsend Reach US Open Final

Taylor Townsend and Donald Young have advanced to the U.S. Open mixed doubles final, marking a significant moment as it will be Young's final match before retirement. The duo defeated the No. 8-seeded team, Aldila Sutjiadi and Rohan Bopanna, with a score of 6-3, 6-4. Young, who has been a mentor to Townsend throughout her career, expressed his hope for a 'storybook ending' to his career. Townsend, who is also competing in women's doubles with Katerina Siniakova, highlighted Young's influence on her journey as a professional tennis player. They will face the No. 3 seeds, Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori, in the final. Townsend and Siniakova recently advanced to the women's doubles semifinals, aiming for a second title at the tournament.