As the 2025 U.S. Open kicks off in New York City, attention is focused on whether Jannik Sinner can capture his third Grand Slam title of the year. As per CBS News, senior writer Zach Pereles highlighted Sinner’s impressive streak of 26 consecutive hard court wins and his recovery from a physical setback at the Cincinnati Open. While Sinner is considered the favorite, the competition remains strong.
On another note, 45-year-old Venus Williams is drawing attention as she pairs up with Carlos Alcaraz in the mixed doubles competition. Off the court, Fan Week offers a range of live tennis and family-friendly activities, according to Fox5NY. Fans can also register for a free Fan Access Pass to enjoy exclusive benefits. Notably, this year's prize money has reached a record $90 million.
This year, the singles champions will each receive $5 million. The tournament has expanded to a 15-day format for the first time, aligning with other Grand Slam events except Wimbledon. All 17 competition courts are now equipped with video review technology, an increase from eight courts in the previous year.
U.S. players are also in focus. Pereles described 19-year-old Learner Tien as “a ton of fun to watch,” following his first-round match against Djokovic. On the women’s side, Coco Gauff remains a contender amid a coaching change and serve adjustments. Pereles stated, “She could make all these changes and they could work right away,” referring to the potential impact of those changes during this year’s Open, in a statement obtained by CBS News.
Predictions remain uncertain until matches are played. Alexander Zverev, who has a competitive record against both Sinner and Alcaraz, may impact Sinner’s current streak. Pereles stated that Zverev was “the last guy to beat Sinner at the U.S. Open - going back to 2023, of course.” The tournament will proceed from the opening rounds through the finals, with all matches scheduled in New York, as CBS News reported.
