It's that time of the year again for sports fans when the Big Apple becomes the center of the tennis universe. The US Open Tennis 2024 is just around the corner, and you might be needing some key information about this prestigious tennis event. Quickly, let's put you on to everything you need to know about this year's final Grand Slam.
When is the US Open 2024?
We are glad you asked. Pick up your calendar and circle these dates: Monday, August 26 to Sunday, September 8. That's two weeks of tennis action at the iconic Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows, New York.
The qualifying matches already began slightly earlier, running from August 19 to 22. Here are other key dates to remember:
- Quarterfinals begin: September 3
- Women's Singles Final: September 7
- Men's Singles Final: September 8 (tournament's last day)
Who are the Favorites for the US Open 2024?
When the stars come out to play, you certainly do not want to miss them. In this year's US Open, there are a couple of star powers in both draws you should keep an eye (or two) on.
In the Men's Draw, defending champion Novak Djokovic is fresh off an Olympic gold medal in Paris. The Serb engine will be hungry for his 25th Grand Slam title.
World Number One, Jannik Sinner is also another to look out for. The 22-year-old will be looking to impress after his historic Cincinnati Masters win which made him the youngest champ since Andy Murray back in 2008.
Spanish sensation Carlos Alcaraz cannot be missed either. After already bagging the French Open and Wimbledon this year, the 21-year-old might be on the road to complete an impressive treble.
In the Women's draw, defending champion Coco Gauff will be looking to find her groove after a rough performance at the Paris Olympics. Also keep an eye on two-time US Open champ, Naomi Osaka, who will return after having a baby last year. Another returnee to watch is Emma Raducanu who won a Grand Slam singles title at the 2021 US Open.
A Spectator Guide to the US Open 2024
If you're planning to join the action in person, great choice! For casual fans looking to grab a ticket, you can get a ground pass for the first week. This is perfect for hopping between early-round matches on the outer courts.
For the bigger matches in Arthur Ashe or Louis Armstrong Stadiums, expanded ground passes are also provided by the tournament. However, they are more expensive. But on the plus side, even without a ticket for the main stadiums, you can catch the action on big screens around the fountain south of Arthur Ashe.
If you want to watch from the comfort of your home, that is always possible. For fans in the United States, ESPN is the network broadcasting the live games. For fans from other regions, you can hop on to the US Open's website to check from their comprehensive list of broadcast partners.
Final Thoughts
There you go, tennis fans. A lightweight guide from us as the US Open Tennis 2024 approaches. Whether you're looking forward to Djokovic clinching another title, or a bit grumpy that Rafael Nadal won't be gracing the courts this year: one thing is certain. You will witness history, and excitingly so.