Sampras though to quarter-finals

Pete Sampras is through to meet Tommy Haas in the US Open quarter-finals at Flushing Meadow.

The American came through a five-set thriller against Britain's Greg Rusedski.

Also through in the men's draw are Lleyton Hewitt, Andre Agassi, Gustavo Kuerten and Andy Roddick.

In the ladies event, Justin Henin and Kim Clijsters are both out while Lindsay Davenport and Daniela Hantuchova are safely through.