Justine, Venus, Serena and Rafa are thru.

The second week of the 2007 US Open is beginning today as yesterday many of the favorites insured their place into this decisive week.

(Womens singles)

Justine Henin (1) defeated Dinara Safina (15) 6-0 and 6-2.
Serena williams (8) def. Marion Bartoli (10) 6-3 and 6-4.
Venus Williams (12) def. Ana Ivanovic (5) 6-4 and 6-2.
Jelena Jankovic (3) def. Sybille Bammer (19) 6-4, 4-6 and 6-1.

(Mens singles)

Novak Djokovic (3) def. Juan Martin Del Potro 6-1, 6-3, and 6-4.
Rafael Nadal (2) defeated Jo-wilfried Tsonga 7-6 (7-3), 6-2 and 6-1.
Stanislas Wawrinka def. Robby Ginepri 5-7, 6-4, 4-6, 6-4 and 6-3.

The tournament continues today with the presentation of the 4th round matches. Here are two interesting matches to look out.

Andy Roddick (5) vs Tomas Berdych (9)
James Blake (6) vs Tommy Haas (10)

(Picture: Rafael Nadal, Canadian Press)