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US Open 2026 mixed doubles developments
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US Open 2026 mixed doubles field set developments
In early July 2026 the United States Tennis Association announced that the US Open mixed‑doubles event would revert to USTA confirmed a 16‑pair mixed‑doubles draw during Fan Week, for the US Open, with entry and seeding based on combined ATP and WTA singles rankings following the Montreal and Toronto tournaments. Top players such as Jannik Sinner, Aryna Sabalenka and Coco Gauff called for larger prize money and a greater share of revenues, warning of a possible boycott. The USTA responded that a players’ council could be consulted. A week later the USTA released the initial entry list: the six duos with the highest combined rankings earned automatic spots, eight wild‑cards were allocated, and two places would be decided in an eight‑team qualifying draw. rankings. The champion’s prize was set at US$1 million. million and the format uses best‑of‑three sets, shortened early‑round sets to four games and a 10‑point match‑tiebreak, with the final played to six games. On 27 July the association confirmed that marquee pairing of Novak Djokovic and Aryna Sabalenka would was announced as headline attractions for the championship, which runs 24‑26 August as part of 24‑26 event during Fan Week. The format uses best‑of‑three sets with shortened early rounds and a 10‑point match‑tiebreak; USTA CEO Craig Tiley said the final championship “showcases tennis at its best” and is played intended to six games. draw new fans. Defending champions Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori return, while other high‑profile pairings duos include Iga Świątek/Casper Ruud, Elena Rybakina/Taylor Fritz, Naomi Osaka/Kei Nishikori and Jack Draper/Jessica Pegula. Men’s stars Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz are remain absent, the former citing health priorities and the latter recovering from a wrist injury. Player concerns over compensation remain unresolved. Two days later, American No. 1 Jessica Pegula praised the revamped format as a unique showcase that lets top men’s and women’s players share the court. She recounted her 2025 mixed‑doubles run with Jack Draper—entering as top seeds, defeating Raducanu/Alcaraz and Medvedev/Andreeva before a semifinal loss to Świątek/Ruud. Pegula noted the format’s blend of playing styles and generations, and reminded that entries close on 17 August.
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- 2026-07-29 23:42 UTC US Open 2026 mixed doubles developments
- 2026-07-28 10:55 UTC US Open 2026 mixed doubles field set
- 2026-07-27 18:53 UTC US Open 2026 mixed doubles dispute
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