Félix Auger-Aliassime has advanced to the fourth round of the French Open after a four-set victory over American Brandon Nakashima. The fourth-seeded Canadian won the late-night match on Saturday at Roland Garros to move into the second week of the tournament, according to multiple reports.
How did Auger-Aliassime win his match?
Auger-Aliassime secured his spot in the last 16 by defeating the 31st-seeded Nakashima 5-7, 6-1, 7-6(4), 7-6(1). After dropping the first set, the Canadian player rallied to win the next three, closing out the final two sets in tiebreaks, as reported by Flashscore. He recorded 15 aces and successfully converted four out of his six break point opportunities during the match.
What were the results for other Canadians?
Victoria Mboko, the ninth seed in the women's draw, was eliminated in the third round. The Canadian fell to American 19th seed Madison Keys in a tight three-set match, 6-3, 5-7, 7-5, according to The Straits Times.
Were there any major upsets on Day 7?
The seventh day of the tournament saw a significant upset in the women's singles draw. Defending champion and fourth seed Coco Gauff was knocked out by 28th seed Anastasia Potapova, who won the match 4-6, 7-6(1), 6-4, as reported by NDTV Sports. The day was marked by several long matches, with Frances Tiafoe and Matteo Berrettini also surviving five-set battles to advance.
Auger-Aliassime's next opponent will be Alejandro Tabilo of Chile in the fourth round.
Sources
- The Straits Times: French Open day seven. , 2026-05-31.
- Yardbarker: French Open 2026: Who Are The Seeded Players Knocked Out On Day 7?. , 2026-05-31.
- NDTV Sports: Coco Gauff French Open Title Defence Ends; Aryna Sabalenka, Naomi Osaka Set Up Last-16 clash. , 2026-05-31.
- Flashscore: French Open LIVE: Auger-Aliassime and Tiafoe close out action with late wins. , 2026-05-30.
- FOX Sports: Coco Gauff's French Open title defense ends in 3rd-round loss .... , 2026-05-30.
Reported from public sources.