US Open 2025: Men’s and Women’s Singles Draws Released
LINK: US Open Men’s Draw | US Open Women’s Draw
Tennis returns to Queens this summer with all eyes on the 2025 US Open, running from August 24 to September 7. As the season’s final Grand Slam takes over New York, the sport’s biggest names arrive with plenty to prove—and even more at stake. Jannik Sinner looks to defend his title amid a loaded men’s field, while Iga Swiatek, Coco Gauff, and others chase glory under the bright lights of Arthur Ashe Stadium. With a record-setting prize pool and new twists in format, this year’s tournament feels less like tradition and more like a turning point.
2025 US Open: Key Dates & Setting the Scene
Qualifying rounds: August 18–21, including the inaugural mixed doubles event on August 19–20.
Main draw starts: Sunday, August 24
Finals weekend: Women’s singles final on Saturday, September 6; Men’s singles final follows on Sunday, September 7.
Venue: Outdoor hard courts at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Queens, New York—a Grand Slam staple since 1978.
Why 2025 Already Feels Historic
Massive prize pool: A record?breaking $90 million total, up 20% from 2024. Singles champions (men’s and women’s) each pocket $5 million, a 39% jump.
Mixed doubles innovation: For the first time, the mixed doubles event takes place during Fan Week (Aug 19–20) with a $1 million prize pool and new formats like short sets and no?ad scoring.
Open Pride Day: A celebration of inclusivity and diversity, held on August 28.
Extra entertainment: The tournament launches Game, Set, Matchmaker, a playful dating?show series filmed live during Fan Week.
Who’s in the Draw: Top Contenders & Storylines
Men’s Singles
Defending champion: Jannik Sinner is back, fresh off wins at the Australian Open and Wimbledon—clearly the season’s standout
Main challengers: Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic, Alexander Zverev, and wildcard Jack Draper are all in the mix. Early betting odds place Sinner as the strong favorite (around even money), followed by Alcaraz and Djokovic trailing behind.
Women’s Singles
Top names to watch: Aryna Sabalenka (2024 champ), Iga Swiatek (Wimbledon winner), and Coco Gauff (2023 US Open champ) are front and center.
Dark horses: Madison Keys (Australian Open winner), Elena Rybakina, Amanda Anisimova, and Qinwen Zheng all have shown they can upset on big occasions
Why It Matters, Even Before Balls Fly
Unprecedented scale: With its expanded draw, record purse, and fresh formats, this is shaping up as one of the most ambitious editions ever.
Stories beyond sport: Inclusivity and entertainment—from Pride celebrations to that quirky dating?show—make this event culturally noteworthy too.
Form meets pressure: Heavy favorites (Sinner, Sabalenka, Swiatek) face rising stars and dark horses, making for a compelling narrative.
Stay tuned for daily coverage from TennisConnected.com, including match analysis, updated draws, and all the latest results.
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