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Ben Shelton defended his sponsor On, questioning its characterization as a small company. Jack Draper joined Vuori, highlighting non-traditional brands disrupting the industry’s status quo. Upstart brands like On and Lululemon are challenging Nike and Adidas' dominance in tennis apparel by signing top players like Iga Swiatek and Frances Tiafoe. Coco Gauff highlighted fashion's role in attracting new fans to tennis.

Novak Djokovic enters the 2025 US Open chasing a record 25th Grand Slam, battling not only Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner but also the inevitability of time at the age of 38.

The 2025 US Open promises a thrilling showdown, with Aaryna Sabalenka aiming to defend her title against top contenders like Iga Swiatek, Coco Gauff, Jessica Pegula, and rising star Mirra Andreeva.

The US Open never had a Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal meeting but they would hope the newest rivalry in men's tennis - Carlos Alcaraz vs Jannik Sinner - dubbed "Sincaraz" - would fare differently. On the women's side, defending champion Aryna Sabalenka targets her first major this year, with Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff two of her biggest rivals.

The 2025 US Open has introduced a 15-day schedule commencing Sunday, August 24, with Aryna Sabalenka and Jannik Sinner defending their titles. Here's everything you need to know about the last major tennis tournament of the year, to be played at Flushing Meadows in Queens, New York.

Andrew Castle feels Novak Djokovic's Grand Slam-winning days may be over, with Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner emerging as dominant forces. The Serb, stuck on 24 majors since the 2023 US Open, faces doubts about adding a 25th title amid younger rivals' rise.

US Open: Novak Djokovic is set to play in the US Open. Before the tournament, Djokovic interacted with a young fan - Emerie - who posed as a lemonade seller.

US Open 2025: Several junior Indian players, led by Maaya Rajeshwaran and Kriish Tyagi, will feature in the upcoming tournament. Four others—Hitesh Chauhan, Arjun Rathi, Rethin Pranav Senthil Kumar, and Arnav Paparkar—will play in the boys' qualifying rounds.

Lacoste is honoring Novak Djokovic's legendary career with a limited-edition apparel line featuring a GOAT logo, replacing the iconic crocodile. As Djokovic aims for a record 25th Grand Slam title at the US Open, this tribute recognises his enduring impact on tennis. Despite acknowledging age and fitness challenges, Djokovic remains determined to prove his dominance on the Grand Slam stage.

US Open 2025: Thanasi Kokkinakis opened up on the massive competition between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz before the hard-court major gets underway on August 24 at Flushing Meadows.

Jessica Pegula enters the 2025 US Open with a mix of pressure and renewed confidence after a runner-up finish last year, despite recent early exits at the Citi Open, Wimbledon, National Bank Open, and Cincinnati.

US Open 2025: World No. 1 Jannik Sinner returned to practice at Arthur Ashe, easing fans' concerns after his Cincinnati withdrawal and signaling readiness to defend his crown at Flushing Meadows.

The US Open mixed doubles event had many winners - Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori as champions while carrying the mantle for the doubles specialists. And the USTA in bringing thousands of fans to an otherwise ignored competition. But teething problems cannot be ignored.

Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori clinched their second consecutive US Open mixed doubles title, defeating Iga Swiatek and Casper Ruud in a thrilling final. The Italian duo navigated a revamped tournament format that prioritised singles stars, securing a $1 million prize.