The US Open is back and tennis’ biggest names are flocking to Flushing Meadows Corona Park for the final Grand Slam of the year. The tournament kicks off Aug. 18 with qualifying matches and concludes Sept. 7 with the men’s and women’s singles finals. The New York City event has a reputation for shocking upsets and thrilling matches that often last well past midnight.
This year, the US Open schedule is a little bit different than in previous years. The tournament now has a 15-day format instead of a traditional two-week run. This allows fans to see more matches and also gives players a chance to get more rest between matches.
Day thirteen will feature a duel between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, who have both been dominant forces on the men’s side of the game this season. The pair have split their previous meetings and both have a shot to win their first Grand Slam title in this year’s final at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
Meanwhile, Victoria Mboko is aiming to build on her Canadian victory and win over the New York crowd. The 2023 US Open runner-up is adored in Queens and could use that support to clinch her second career title.
The NYPD is committed to keeping spectators safe and security is a top priority. The department has a dedicated US Open detail that works alongside federal law enforcement partners to ensure the safety of all guests at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. The simplest way to get to the stadium from Manhattan is by taking the eastbound No. 7 subway train to the Mets-Willets Point station. The US Open also offers a variety of food and beverage options in the main stadiums and around the grounds.