The Latest Breaking News from USTA

Alcaraz back for Tiley's landmark $US100m US Open

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz will return to tennis at the US Open after a four-month injury break as organisers, led by Craig Tiley, announced record prize-money.

AAP · Aug 20

Tennis grand slams unite to establish player council in attempt to defuse prize money row

The grand slam tennis tournaments have agreed to establish a formal Player Advisory Council in a move aimed at defusing the row over prize money

The Guardian - UK · Aug 19

Tennis Mailbag: There’s A Lot to Look Forward to in Serena Williams’s Return

There may be a contingent of haters doubting the 44-year-old, but her comeback is a positive for the sport. Plus, a wide-open Roland Garros, U.S. Open ticket prices and more.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 3

Australian Open to remain the 'Happy Slam', says Tiley

Outgoing Australian Open boss Craig Tiley says he has no plans to try to turn the US Open into the new 'Happy Slam' when he takes over as USTA chief executive.

AAP · Feb 25

'Great opportunity': family man Tiley explains TA exit

Outgoing Australian Open boss Craig Tiley says his young children need a chance to be close to his American wife's family after accepting the USTA's top job.

AAP · Feb 24

50 Parting Thoughts From the 2026 Australian Open

Carlos Alcaraz made history, while Elena Rybakina let her game do the talking. Plus, Novak Djokovic reminded the world why he is still playing and more from Melbourne.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 1

Tennis Mailbag: Craig Tiley’s Future Looms Over Australian Open

The USTA has reportedly pursued the Tennis Australia CEO. Plus, Novak Djokovic’s pursuit of a 25th major and more from Melbourne.

Sports Illustrated · Jan 21

Tennis Mailbag: Who Can Contend With Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz?

The rivalry has dominated men’s tennis, with many wondering whether a player could step up and disrupt the sport’s current hierarchy.

Sports Illustrated · Nov 19, 2025

Tennis Mailbag: How New Saudi Arabia Masters 1000 Event Could Shake Up the Sport

The tournament will likely change the makeup of the already crowded calendar as players raise complaints about the season’s length.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 29, 2025

Did Carlos Alcaraz dedicate an empty seat and golden plaque to Charlie Kirk?

A series of viral posts are falsely claiming that Carlos Alcaraz dedicate an empty seat, a speech, and a hefty donation to Charlie Kirk and his family. This is why these claims are either false or extremely unlikely.

Euronews · Oct 3, 2025