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Novak Djokovic reacts to shock first round US Open exit: 'I despised every moment'

24-time grand slam champion was emotional after losing to Mariano Navone

Evening Standard · Aug 31

Venus Williams rails against US Open late-night starts in defeat to Sofia Kenin

The first-round match began at 12.13am, the latest start for a women’s match in tournament history

The Independent UK · Aug 31

Venus Williams bows out of her 26th US Open with a 1st-round loss to Sofia Kenin

Venus Williams lost her 26th U.S. Open singles match early Monday morning. She fell in straight sets to fellow American Sofia Kenin after a very late start. The match concluded as the latest first-round finish in U.S. Open history. Williams was not ready to discuss her future in tennis after…

The Economic Times · Aug 31

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Novak Djokovic out in US Open 1st round for the first time. Pegula, Medvedev, Kostyuk among winners

Novak Djokovic experienced a surprising early exit from the US Open tournament. Mariano Navone defeated the champion in a lengthy and challenging opening match. Other players like Jessica Pegula and Marta Kostyuk advanced easily on Sunday. Major stars including Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz begin their campaigns on Monday. The…

The Economic Times · Aug 31

Novak Djokovic breaks down in tears after gruelling five-set US Open defeat

The exit is the 39-year-old’s first in the opening round of a major since Paul Goldstein beat him at the Australian Open in 2006

The Independent UK · Aug 31

Ailing Novak Djokovic falls in US Open first round for earliest grand slam exit in 20 years

Novak Djokovic suffered his earliest grand slam exit in 20 years as he fell in five brutal sets to Mariano Navone in the first round of the US Open

The Guardian - AU · Aug 31

Wily Tiley fast turning US Open into the new Happy Slam

Former Tennis Australia boss Craig Tiley has grand plans for the US Open after hitting the ground running in New York as the new USTA chief executive.

AAP · Aug 31

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US Open boosts record prize money, rejects revenue-share push

The United States Tennis Association has announced record prize money for the US Open. This year's tournament offers a substantial increase in compensation for all participants. However, the USTA is not considering a larger revenue share for players from Grand Slams. New player support programs and advisory councils have been…

The Economic Times · Aug 30

Jessica Pegula overcomes early nerves to cruise past Elena-Gabriela Ruse at US Open

Jessica Pegula secured a convincing US Open victory after overcoming initial nerves. She advanced to the next round following a 6-3, 6-2 win against Elena-Gabriela Ruse. Pegula's strong performance followed her recent Cincinnati Open final appearance. Other seeded players like Jasmine Paolini also progressed after tough matches. Attention also shifts…

The Economic Times · Aug 30

'Special': wildcard to the Aussie rescue in New York

Ambitious young wildcard Taylah Preston was Australia's only winner on day one of the US Open, with Talia Gibson, Storm Hunter and Adam Walton all bowing out.

AAP · Aug 30

US Open 2026 Tennis Championship begins with record $108 million prize pool and Djokovic chasing another Grand Slam

The US Open 2026 tournament commenced with a record prize purse of $108 million. Play began under sunny skies at Flushing Meadows with many fans arriving early. Jessica Pegula leads American hopes while Novak Djokovic seeks more history. Venus Williams also features in a notable opening day match. The expanded…

The Economic Times · Aug 30

US Open tennis 2026: Pegula, Boulter and Medvedev advance while Norrie exits on day one – as it happened

Jessica Pegula, the American third seed, began her campaign at Flushing Meadows with a straight-sets win

The Guardian - UK · Aug 30

Hospitality boom and $100 chicken nuggets: how the US Open became obscenely expensive

Record crowds, premium seats and an unchecked resale market are transforming the self-styled people’s slam – and leaving ordinary fans fighting to get through the gates

The Guardian - US · Aug 30

How to watch US Open 2026 online from anywhere: free live streams for every match, Day 5 (Thursday) 2nd Round

All the ways to watch US Open 2026 live streams online and from anywhere in the world, including FREE options.

What Hi-Fi? · Aug 30

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The National (Scotland) · Aug 30

Emma Raducanu won the US Open five years ago. Can she ever return to those heights?

Emma Raducanu won the US Open five years ago but, since then, her career has failed to come even close to replicating such a result. So, can she…

AAP · Aug 30

Birrell weeds out wedding concerns for US Open push

Now that a bumper French Open win over the world No.5 has paid for her wedding expenses, Australian Kim Birrell can swing freely at the US Open in smelly NYC.

The Guardian - UK · Aug 29

Novak Djokovic feels ‘as best as I can be’ before tilt at 25th grand slam title in New York

Novak Djokovic said he was as prepared as he could be for the US Open as he attempts to take advantage of the wide-open men’s draw

Evening Standard · Aug 29

Arthur Fery denied maiden ATP title in agonising final defeat before US Open

24-year-old becomes British No1 ahead of year’s final major

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AAP · Aug 29

'Amazing': Aussie ace completes rare grand slam feat

Australian underdog Storm Hunter is taking a fearless approach into the US Open main draw after joining elite company to qualify for all four grand slams.

The Economic Times · Aug 29

US Open: Major question marks in women's field leave door open for Gauff, Swiatek

As the US Open approaches, excitement brews among fans and players alike, particularly for top contenders Coco Gauff and Iga Swiatek. Gauff's impressive form and the support of the crowd place her in a favourable position, while Swiatek's resurgence lends her a strong chance. With a slew of other aspiring…

The Economic Times · Aug 29

US Open: The stars align in New York

With champions returning, favourites faltering and challengers circling, the US Open arrives at Flushing Meadows with plenty of questions and few certainties.

The Independent UK · Aug 29

British number one among players to complain about cannabis smell at US Open

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The Economic Times · Aug 29

Unrelenting Novak Djokovic refuses to give up on record major dream as US Open begins

The 146th U.S. Open tennis tournament commences on Sunday with top players competing. Novak Djokovic aims for his record 25th major title while Jessica Pegula seeks her first. Venus Williams makes her 26th main draw appearance and Marta Kostyuk builds on recent success. Djokovic is determined to win his 25th…

The Economic Times · Aug 29

With Sinner out, Alcaraz just back and Sabalenka struggling, the US Open feels truly open again

The U.S. Open tennis tournament begins with an open field this year. Top players like Jannik Sinner are sidelined with injuries, creating opportunities. Carlos Alcaraz returns from a wrist injury to defend his title. Aryna Sabalenka's recent losses put her top ranking in jeopardy. Several women now have a chance…

The Independent UK · Aug 29

Tennis players complain as smell of cannabis distracts at US Open

British number one Katie Boulter worried the smell could be a ‘distraction’ but compatriot Fran Jones laughed off the issue

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