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The U.S. Open begins its singles competition on Sunday, August 30, at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York. The tournament features Aryna Sabalenka as the top seed in the women’s draw, coming off back-to-back championship victories, while Alexander Zverev leads the men’s field. The opening day will showcase numerous matchups across multiple courts, with several high-profile contests scheduled throughout the day and evening.
Among the notable storylines is the return of Venus Williams, who will compete as a wild card entry. The two-time U.S. Open champion, who previously won the title in 2000 and 2001, takes on fellow American Sofia Kenin in a primetime matchup at Arthur Ashe Stadium. Defending men’s champion Carlos Alcaraz has already seen action this week in mixed doubles competition alongside Serena Williams, reaching the quarterfinals before Karolina Muchova and Jakub Mensik claimed the title in a first major victory for both players.
The tournament features nine teenage competitors, including 16-year-old Kristina Liutova, a recent Memphis Classic winner. Fans can follow the action through ESPN, ABC, and ESPN+ streaming services. The complete first-day women’s and men’s schedules span from morning sessions through evening primetime coverage, with Novak Djokovic also headlining the men’s night session against Mariano Navone as he pursues his 25th Grand Slam title.
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Originally reported by Sports.yahoo →
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