99: US Open 2025: Round 3 Recap & Round 4 Preview | EP 99

Round 3 of the US Open had everything: injuries, drama, and plenty of star power in the stands. We dig into Ben Shelton’s tough setback, Sinner’s tricky test against Shapo, Alcaraz’s dominant run, and Taylor Fritz quietly holding strong. And yes, we even get into the celeb scene, from Russell Wilson and LL Cool J courtside to who didn’t quite make the “celebrity cut.”

On the women’s side, Coco Gauff bounced back after a shaky start, while Taylor Townsend kept the drama rolling. Now all eyes are on the blockbuster clash between Gauff and Naomi Osaka, a matchup that could help define the tournament.

We wrap with some chatter on tennis’s unwritten rules (do you really have to apologize for a let cord?), a few fan habits that drive us crazy, and an update on our bracket standings… let’s just say not everyone’s thrilled.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:34 Celebrity Sightings at the US Open
01:56 Ben Shelton's Injury and Perspective
03:37 Jannik Sinner's Performance
05:21 Carlos Alcaraz and His Impressive Run
06:13 Taylor Fritz's Match Recap
07:02 Novak Djokovic's So Far
11:06 Round of 16 Popcorn Matches
13:06 Women's Draw Highlights
13:49 Coco Gauff's Performance So Far
14:34 Taylor Townsend's Impressive Run
19:28 Unwritten Rules of Tennis and Fan Annoyances
20:54 Bracket Updates and Episode Wrap-Up