By The stage is set for an electrifying US Open as top players, including Emma Raducanu, Jack Draper, Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz, and Coco Gauff, gear up for their first-round matches in New York. The tournament, which runs from August 26 to September 8, promises to deliver thrilling action live on Sky Sports Tennis and Sky Sports+.
Emma Raducanu’s Tough Opener British star Emma Raducanu faces a challenging start, drawing former Grand Slam champion Sofia Kenin in the first round. Raducanu, who won the US Open in 2021, will need to be at her best to advance, as a potential second-round clash with world No. 6 Jessica Pegula awaits.
Jack Draper’s Path to Glory Jack Draper, a rising star in British tennis, is seeded in the men’s draw and begins his campaign against China’s Zhizhen Zhang. After reaching the fourth round last year, Draper is considered a strong contender on the American hard courts. If he progresses, he is likely to face French Open and Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz in a highly anticipated third-round encounter.
Djokovic vs. Alcaraz: A Rivalry Renewed The fierce rivalry between Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz is set to continue at Flushing Meadows. Djokovic, aiming for a record 25th Grand Slam title, starts his tournament against a qualifier. The Serbian legend, who last won a major at the US Open in 2023, will look to get the better of Alcaraz, who defeated him at Wimbledon earlier this year. Both players are favorites to go deep into the tournament.
Jannik Sinner’s Controversial Return World No. 1 Jannik Sinner, who enters the tournament amid controversy after being cleared of any wrongdoing in a doping investigation, will face the USA’s Mackenzie McDonald in his opening match. Sinner, who recently won the Cincinnati Open, is eager to prove his dominance on the big stage.
Coco Gauff Defends Her Title Defending champion Coco Gauff will play France’s Varvara Gracheva in her first match. Gauff, who became the first American teenager to win the US Open since Serena Williams in 1999, is looking to replicate her success on home soil. With the support of a passionate New York crowd, Gauff aims to continue her rise in women’s tennis.
Notable Absence: Ons Jabeur Former finalist Ons Jabeur has withdrawn from the tournament due to a shoulder injury. Belgium’s Elise Mertens will take her place as the No. 33 seed, adding another layer of unpredictability to the women’s draw.
As the US Open approaches, tennis fans worldwide are eager to see how these intriguing storylines unfold. With a mix of seasoned champions and emerging talents, the tournament promises to be a memorable showcase of top-tier tennis.
