What is Shapovalov's best result at the US Open?

Shapovalov reached the quarterfinals at the US Open in 2020. He has now made the third round in all five of his appearances at the tournament.

Shapovalov advances to US Open third round with dominant win

Darren Leung

ATP, WTA, rankings

Published June 22, 2026Last updated June 27, 2026

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No. 7-seeded Denis Shapovalov advanced to the US Open third round by defeating Roberto Carballés Baena 7-6(7), 6-3, 6-0. The Canadian's dominant performance comes after reaching the Wimbledon semifinals, his best Grand Slam result to date.

Key facts

Shapovalov defeated Roberto Carballés Baena 7-6(7), 6-3, 6-0 in the US Open second round. (source)
The No. 7-seeded Shapovalov reached the US Open third round for the fifth consecutive time in five appearances. (source)
Shapovalov reached the Wimbledon semifinals in July, his best Grand Slam result.
Carballés Baena had eliminated Shapovalov from the French Open the previous year.

Denis Shapovalov reached the third round at the US Open for the fifth consecutive time, defeating Roberto Carballés Baena 7-6(7), 6-3, 6-0 in the second round. The No. 7-seeded Canadian compiled a 50-13 edge in winners to advance past the Spanish player who had eliminated him from the French Open the previous year.

Why this matters for Shapovalov

Shapovalov arrives at Flushing Meadows in career-best form after reaching the Wimbledon semifinals in July, marking his strongest Grand Slam showing to date. The 22-year-old Canadian has now made the third round at the US Open in all five of his appearances at the tournament, with a quarterfinal appearance in 2020 standing as his deepest run there.

Next opponent

Shapovalov will face South African Lloyd Harris in the third round. Harris has yet to be detailed in available reports, but the matchup sets up a significant test for the Canadian's continued momentum through the draw.

Sources

theScore: No. 7 Shapovalov returns to 3rd round at US Open. Published 2026-06-22.

Reported from public sources.

Frequently asked questions

Who does Shapovalov play next at the US Open?: Shapovalov will face South African Lloyd Harris in the third round.
What is Shapovalov's best result at the US Open?: Shapovalov reached the quarterfinals at the US Open in 2020. He has now made the third round in all five of his appearances at the tournament.