Israel's Dan Brand rebounds in US Open doubles after cramping ends singles run
Israeli junior Dan Brand battled severe cramping in his US Open singles loss before returning a day later to advance in doubles alongside Thilo Behrman.
Israeli junior tennis player Dan Brand experienced a mixed outcome at the US Open. His singles run ended abruptly in the second round due to severe cramping throughout his body during a match against American Andy Johnson, the No. 10 seed. Despite a strong comeback in the second set, Brand ultimately lost 6-2, 3-6, 6-0. Fans, many of whom were Jewish, showed significant support, with one spectator noting, "He is incredible... and he shows Jewish pride."
- Brand quickly rebounded in the doubles competition, partnering with Austrian Thilo Behrman.
- The No. 5 seeded pair defeated Connor Doig and Dimitar Kisimov 6-3, 6-3, advancing to the round of 16.
- Coach Robert Raguz praised Brand's adaptability and "high tennis IQ."
- Brand expressed his enjoyment of the tournament, stating, "The experience here is amazing, the atmosphere is crazy, there are a lot of people, I like it!"
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