Coleton Wong First Hong Kong Man Wins Grand Slam Match

Coleman Wong, ranked 173rd on the ATP Tour, made history as the first player from Hong Kong to win a Grand Slam men's singles match in the Open Era by defeating American Aleksandar Kovacevic in straight sets at the US Open. Wong won 6-4, 7-5, 7-6 in just under two and a half hours, showcasing a strong performance with 38 winners and 22 aces while limiting unforced errors. This victory came during his main draw Grand Slam debut, having previously fallen short in qualifying rounds at other major tournaments. Wong had to overcome three qualifying rounds to reach the main draw and had previously lost to Kovacevic earlier in the year, highlighting his significant improvement. He is set to face Adam Walton or Ugo Humbert in the next round, continuing his impressive run at the tournament. Wong's breakthrough marks a significant milestone for Hong Kong tennis on the global stage.