US Open 2026 LIVE: Aryna Sabalenka vs Taylor Townsend - scores, radio & live text updates

Two-time defending US Open champion Aryna Sabalenka is facing American crowd favourite Taylor Townsend in the fourth round of the 2026 US Open, with a quarter-final spot on the line. Sabalenka, who is the second seed, must win the title and also hope Elena Rybakina loses before the semi-finals in order to retain her world number one ranking. The match is being broadcast live on BBC Radio 5 Sports Extra in the UK.