Some big names will be taking part in the day one night session. Aryna Sabalenka and Novak Djokovic will begin their campaigns while fans in New York can look forward to seeing the Americans Frances Tiafoe and Sloane Stephens.
But that is all from me here today. Thanks for tuning in and join us tomorrow for all news, reaction and of course, the play, from day two.
Tumaini Carayol’s report from Flushing Meadowns is in.
It was a much-needed victory for Gauff after a difficult period. Despite being one of the event favourites on her best surface at the Olympic Games, the 20-year-old endured a meek third‑round defeat on the clay of Roland Garros in Paris and then she compiled a 1-2 record between Toronto and Cincinnati.
As is usually the case when her form has dipped, Gauff has struggled with her forehand and second serve. Things were not easy for the third seed on her return to Arthur Ashe and the scoreline in the opening set was deceptive. The American faced break points in each of her opening three service games, saving six in total, but she served well in the decisive points and remained rock solid when she most needed to be. After closing out the set, Gauff relaxed and rolled into the second round having won nine games in a row.
