US Open Draw Takes Shape with Wildcards and Williams Sisters Return
Wildcards Confirm Late Entries
The US Open field is coming into focus as several notable players received late wildcards to compete at Flushing Meadows. Swiss veteran Stan Wawrinka earned a place in the main draw through a wildcard selection, setting the stage for what could be a farewell appearance at the tournament. Meanwhile, British players including Fearnley are among those pushing for spots in the competition.
Williams Sisters Reunite in Doubles
In a significant reunion, Serena and Venus Williams have been granted a wildcard to compete together in the US Open doubles, reigniting one of tennis's most storied partnerships. The pair's return generated notable interest, though their mixed doubles campaign with Carlos Alcaraz proved brief as they exited the competition.
Broadcast Boost and Tournament Format
Sky Sports has moved to extend its US Open contract following a marked increase in female audience figures for the tournament. Elsewhere, Elina Svitolina and Gaël Monfils advanced to the mixed doubles semifinals, while Amanda Anisimova discussed her approach to managing professional demands.
Today's tennis headlines
- Fearnley among Britons closing in on US Open place — feeds.bbci.co.uk
- Wawrinka in US Open draw after wild card opens — espn.com
- Wawrinka given late wildcard for US Open farewell — feeds.bbci.co.uk
- Serena, Venus team again for US Open doubles — espn.com
- Williams sisters given US Open doubles wildcard — feeds.bbci.co.uk
- Serena and Venus Williams will play doubles together at the US Open — theguardian.com
- Sky Sports to extend US Open contract after boost in female audience figures — theguardian.com
- ‘I catch the signs a lot earlier now’: Amanda Anisimova on burnout and bouncing back — theguardian.com
- Alcaraz and Williams thrill in brief but bright US Open mixed doubles showing — feeds.bbci.co.uk
- Federer celebrated in US Open return for exhibition — espn.com
- Serena, Alcaraz out in mixed doubles at US Open — espn.com
- Svitolina, Monfils into US Open mixed semifinals — espn.com