What’s Happening at the 2025 US Open
Tournament Highlights
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Dates: August 24 – September 7, 2025.
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Venue: USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, with the grand Arthur Ashe Stadium as its showcase.
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This edition marks the 145th overall and the final Grand Slam of the year.
Defending Champions: Jannik Sinner (Men's Singles, 2024) and Aryna Sabalenka (Women's Singles, 2024).
Key Changes & Tradition
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Historic First: For the first time ever in the Open Era, the tournament now starts on a Sunday, extending to a 15-day format—drawing mixed reactions from fans and players alike.
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Althea Gibson Tributes: The tournament is honoring the pioneering champion throughout the event.
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Traffic Challenges: Early rounds have seen major crowd disruptions in Queens—some spectators and personnel ended up walking along highways to reach courts on time.
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Memorable Moments:
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Alexandra Eala made history by upsetting the No.14 seed Clara Tauson
Daniil Medvedev suffered a dramatic first-round elimination after a meltdown involving a photographer, earning a fine and public backlash.
Eliot Spizzirri notched his first Grand Slam match win in the main draw.
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Top seeds Aryna Sabalenka and Novak Djokovic are advancing, while Medvedev is already out.
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Celeb Sightings & Atmosphere: Stars like Alec Baldwin, Maude Apatow, and Anna Wintour have been spotted courtside—adding to the tournament's vibrant energy.
What You Need to Know
| Feature | Details |
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| Tournament Dates | August 24 – September 7, 2025 |
| Defending Champs | Jannik Sinner (Men), Aryna Sabalenka (Women) |
| Historic Change | First-ever Sunday start to a US Open |
| Venue Upgrades | Arthur Ashe Stadium continues to expand fan amenities |
| Notable Stories | Upsets, drama, Althea Gibson tributes, celebrity buzz |
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