The eagerly awaited U.S. Open commences on Monday, and the main show courts are set to witness a riveting lineup of matches, with top seeds battling for early supremacy. Here’s the order of play for the day across the prominent venues:
Arthur Ashe Stadium (1600 GMT/12 PM ET):
Iga Swiatek (Poland) vs. Rebecca Peterson (Sweden)
Reigning champion and top seed Iga Swiatek takes the stage against Rebecca Peterson in what promises to be a scintillating encounter.
Learner Tien (U.S.) vs. 10-Frances Tiafoe (U.S.)
Local favorite Learner Tien squares off against the 10th seed, Frances Tiafoe, igniting a clash of talents.
Laura Siegemund (Germany) vs. 6-Coco Gauff (U.S.)
German Laura Siegemund aims to challenge the 6th-seeded Coco Gauff in a match likely to showcase skill and determination.
Alexandre Muller (France) vs. 2-Novak Djokovic (Serbia)
The mighty Novak Djokovic, the 2nd seed, takes center stage against Alexandre Muller in a much-anticipated showdown.
Louis Armstrong Stadium:
18-Victoria Azarenka (Belarus) vs. Fiona Ferro (France)
In an early clash of titans, the 18th-seeded Victoria Azarenka faces off against Fiona Ferro, setting the tone for the tournament.
Sloane Stephens (U.S.) vs. 19-Beatriz Haddad Maia (Brazil)
U.S. star Sloane Stephens goes head-to-head with Brazil’s Beatriz Haddad Maia in a battle that promises fireworks.
Steve Johnson (U.S.) vs. 9-Taylor Fritz (U.S.)
American Steve Johnson seeks to challenge the 9th-seeded Taylor Fritz in an all-U.S. showdown.
7-Stefanos Tsitsipas (Greece) vs. Milos Raonic (Canada)
Greek sensation and 7th seed Stefanos Tsitsipas takes on the formidable Milos Raonic in a clash that fans won’t want to miss.
Tatiana Prozorova (Russia) vs. Caroline Wozniacki (Denmark)
The Russian Tatiana Prozorova takes on former world number one Caroline Wozniacki in a match that holds the promise of intrigue.
The opening day of the U.S. Open promises a thrilling array of matches as players vie for a strong start in the prestigious tournament. The stage is set for intense battles, showcasing the finest talents in tennis.
