Serena Williams defeated Magda Linette in two sets on Wednesday in the second round of the U.S. Open, positioning her to play a third-round match against her sister, Venus Williams, on Friday.


Sports

Tennis

Serena Williams positioned to play Venus

Newsday

SPOPEN180830_video

Sports articles trending links SATL

Watch highlights

Scores and stats

Columnists

More tennis

tennis article rail

Doubles icons Bob and Mike Bryan say the ATP Tour should be expanding opportunities in the discipline instead of pushing for a reduction that they argue will cost jobs for young players.

Bryan brothers criticize ATP's proposal to slash doubles prize money and fields

Roger Federer is back at Wimbledon on the 18th anniversary of his memorable five-set loss to rival Rafael Nadal in the 2008 final.

Roger Federer is back at Wimbledon on anniversary of memorable 2008 final vs. Rafael Nadal

Arthur Fery has become the first British wild card to reach the Wimbledon quarterfinals in the professional era.

Arthur Fery becomes 1st British wild card to reach Wimbledon quarterfinals in professional era

Despite falling short of reaching the quarterfinals, Alexandra Eala still made a lasting impact at Wimbledon.

Alexandra Eala provides a 'ray of hope' for the Philippines despite Wimbledon exit

More New York Sports

Sports Article Bottom Module

Sellers hopes to show that he's ready for NBA when Knicks play the Nets Friday night in Las Vegas.

Oziyah Sellers hopes to take 'full advantage' of shot with Knicks' Summer League squad

Always a team-first player, the $42 million dollar a season man is showing his value in versatility.

Albanese: It hasn't been easy, but Bo Bichette's starting to feel more at home

The Mets hoped the 30-year-old would be pitching in October for them, but now the goal should be getting as much in return as possible for him.

A Mets win is nice, but boosting Peralta's trade value is paramount

Cam Schlittler's gem was the force behind the victory as he threw eight brilliant innings and resembled the pitcher who spent the first half of the season as the class of the American League.

Stay logged in.