US Open 2026: Pegula Advances, Norrie Falls on Opening Day
Opening Day Drama at Flushing Meadows
The US Open got underway with contrasting fortunes for British representatives on Monday. While fellow Brit Samuel claimed a maiden Grand Slam victory, Cameron Norrie's campaign ended in disappointment on the opening day. Elsewhere, American Jessica Pegula overcame early nerves to secure her opening-round victory, joining Emily Boulter in advancing through day one as Daniil Medvedev also progressed.
The tournament saw defending champion Carlos Alcaraz return to defend his title with full commitment, though Norwegian Casper Ruud was forced to withdraw due to a back injury. Meanwhile, Aryna Sabalenka brushed aside pre-tournament concerns about her form heading into the competition.
Federer's Emotional Hall of Fame Honour
Off court, the tennis world paid tribute to Roger Federer as the Swiss legend was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame, an honour that moved him to tears during the ceremony.
Today's tennis headlines
- US Open tennis 2026: Pegula, Boulter and Medvedev advance while Norrie exits on day one – as it happened — theguardian.com
- GB's Samuel earns first win at a Grand Slam - but 'nervous' Norrie beaten — feeds.bbci.co.uk
- Federer brought to tears for Tennis HOF induction — espn.com
- Brits at US Open complain of marijuana smell — espn.com
- Sabalenka shrugs off struggles ahead of US Open — espn.com
- Returning Alcaraz giving full effort to US defense — espn.com
- 🎾 US Open: Where to watch, schedule, more — espn.com
- Pegula shakes off nerves for victory in US opener — espn.com
- Ruud withdraws from US Open with back injury — espn.com
- US Open experts' picks: Who will win? — espn.com
- Hospitality boom and $100 chicken nuggets: how the US Open became obscenely expensive — theguardian.com
- Tearful Federer inducted into Hall of Fame — feeds.bbci.co.uk