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2026 US Open: Alcaraz at +250 and Sabalenka’s 30-3 Record Lead Contenders
Carlos Alcaraz returns from a wrist injury as the +250 favorite for the 2026 US Open, while Aryna Sabalenka brings a 30-3 five-year tournament record to Queens.
Aryna Sabalenka Defends US Open Title Following Fourth-Round Slump
Two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka enters the New York hard courts following consecutive fourth-round exits in Toronto and Cincinnati.
No. 2 Seed Carlos Alcaraz Returns to US Open for Title Defense vs Roman Safiullin
Seven-time Grand Slam champion Carlos Alcaraz returns to singles competition for the first time since April to face world No. 98 Roman Safiullin.
World No. 4 Coco Gauff Defends Mother’s Stance on US Open Ticket Requests
Coco Gauff, the fourth seed in New York, supported Candi Gauff's public statement regarding family and friends seeking box seats at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
Alex Eala Targets 52,000 Attendance Record in Philippine Arena Exhibition
Filipina star Alex Eala will face Indonesia's Janice Tjen on December 8 in an attempt to break the global tennis attendance record of 51,954.
Alcaraz Faces Safiullin as Zverev Takes No. 1 Seed for US Open Defense
Carlos Alcaraz begins his US Open title defense against Roman Safiullin, who previously defeated the Spaniard at the 2023 ATP Masters 1000 in Paris.
Muchova and Mensik Secure US Open Mixed Doubles Title in 10-6 Tiebreaker
Karolina Muchova and Jakub Mensik shared a $1 million prize after defeating Belinda Bencic and Flavio Cobolli 6-3, 1-6 (10-6) in the final.
Svitolina and Monfils Edge Siniakova and Patten 10-8 in US Open Mixed Quarterfinal
Married pair Elina Svitolina and Gael Monfils became the first team to reach the mixed doubles semifinals by winning a 10-8 match tiebreaker.
Stan Wawrinka Denied US Open Wild Card in Final Season Before Retirement
Former champion Stan Wawrinka will miss the main draw in New York after the USTA awarded its final wild card to world No. 115 Patrick Kypson.
Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz Face Routliffe, Glasspool in US Open Mixed
Serena Williams returns to New York for the first time since 2022 to partner with Carlos Alcaraz in the US Open mixed doubles tournament.
Bianca Andreescu Returns to US Open Qualifying Ranked No. 186
Seven years after her 2019 title win, Bianca Andreescu begins US Open qualifying against Eva Vedder while ranked No. 186.
Roger Federer Returns to Arthur Ashe for Exhibition Match Against Andy Roddick
Five-time US Open champion Roger Federer returns to Arthur Ashe Stadium on Tuesday night for a singles exhibition against Andy Roddick.
Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz Draw Qualifier in 16-Team U.S. Open Field
Serena Williams returns to the U.S. Open for the first time since 2022, pairing with Carlos Alcaraz in a 16-team mixed doubles bracket featuring a $1 million prize.
Arthur Fils Beats Tiafoe 6-3, 1-6, 6-0 for Cincinnati Open Title
Arthur Fils captured his first Masters 1000 title by defeating Frances Tiafoe in a three-set final at the Cincinnati Open.
Coco Gauff Claims Cincinnati Open Title With 6-2, 6-4 Win Over Jessica Pegula
Coco Gauff converted five of six break points to defeat Jessica Pegula and secure her second career Cincinnati Open title on Sunday.
World No. 1 Jannik Sinner Withdraws From US Open With Right Knee Injury
Jannik Sinner will miss the US Open for the first time since 2019 after failing to recover from a right knee injury sustained during his Wimbledon title run.
Pegula Ousts Swiatek 7-5, 4-6, 6-4 to Set Historic Cincinnati Open Final
Jessica Pegula reached her 300th career win by eliminating Iga Swiatek, setting up a title clash against Coco Gauff in Mason, Ohio.
Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz Form US Open Mixed Doubles Powerhouse
Serena Williams returns to the US Open for the first time since 2022, teaming with Carlos Alcaraz via a tournament wild card.
Tiafoe, Nakashima, Gauff, and Pegula Reach Cincinnati Open Semifinals
Frances Tiafoe defeated Lorenzo Musetti 7-6 (2), 7-5 to secure his spot in the Cincinnati Open semifinals alongside three other American players.
US Open Singles Winners to Receive Record $5.5 Million in $108M Total Purse
Total player compensation for the final Grand Slam of the year reaches a historic $108 million, with singles champions securing $5.5 million each.
Carlos Alcaraz Confirms US Open Return After Missing Two Grand Slams
Seven-time Grand Slam champion Carlos Alcaraz will defend his US Open title following a right wrist injury that sidelined him since April.
Grand Slam Player Council Formed Following Sabalenka and Gauff Boycott Threats
The four major tournaments announced the Grand Slam Player Advisory Council on August 20, 2026, to address prize money and health options.
Alex Eala Enters US Open at World No. 20 After Mubadala DC Open Title
World No. 20 Alex Eala heads to the US Open following a 36-18 singles record in 2026, including a 22-9 mark on hard courts.
Tommy Paul Upsets Zverev 4-6, 7-6, 6-4 to Lead American Surge in Cincinnati
Tommy Paul overcame a set deficit and a 90-minute rain delay to defeat top seed Alexander Zverev 4-6, 7-6, 6-4 at the Cincinnati Open.