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Tennis Mailbag: Which American Players Could Win It All at the U.S. Open?

The state of American tennis has been on full display at Flushing Meadows. Plus, the U.S. Open’s Kalshi deal and more from New York.

Sports Illustrated

Will hordes of influencers, weed smokers and mid-point talkers bring down the US Open?

This year, the noise at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center has officially become A Problem. But changing it would mean changing society

The Guardian - US

'Disrespectful': why players are unhappy at US Open

The US Open's attempt to embrace the rise of the influencer is one of many issues to have frustrated players at the grand slam in New York.

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U.S. Open 2026 Midterm Grades: Favorites Thrive, Americans Move on and Influencers Take Over

Who received high marks, and who were handed failing grades after one week of action in New York.

Sports Illustrated

US Open Umpire Halts Naomi Osaka Match After Creators Use Blinding Ring Lights for Mid-Game Photoshoot

Influencers disrupted Naomi Osaka's US Open match with bright ring lights, prompting the umpire to intervene and reigniting debate over creator behaviour.

International Business Times UK

US Open Influencers Kicked Out Within Hours After Posting Photo They Never Thought Would Get Them In Trouble

“If you come to a sporting event, you have to respect the sport,” a tennis player said.

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Influencers “Ruined” The US Open As Umpire Was Forced To Stop Match Over Their Shenanigans

“This was one of the cringiest things I’ve ever seen live. The US Open used to be an actual tennis tournament.”

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Thea Frodin was Serena Williams' body double in 'King Richard.' Now she's playing in the US Open

Thea Frodin is playing her first U.S. Open singles match against the No. 2 player in women’s tennis

The Independent UK

Wily Tiley fast turning US Open into the new Happy Slam

Former Tennis Australia boss Craig Tiley has grand plans for the US Open after hitting the ground running in New York as the new USTA chief executive.

AAP

US Open boosts record prize money, rejects revenue-share push

The United States Tennis Association has announced record prize money for the US Open. This year's tournament offers a substantial increase in compensation for all participants. However, the USTA is not considering a larger revenue share for players from Grand Slams. New player support programs and advisory councils have been…

The Economic Times

Hospitality boom and $100 chicken nuggets: how the US Open became obscenely expensive

Record crowds, premium seats and an unchecked resale market are transforming the self-styled people’s slam – and leaving ordinary fans fighting to get through the gates

The Guardian - US

Tennis players complain as smell of cannabis distracts at US Open

British number one Katie Boulter worried the smell could be a ‘distraction’ but compatriot Fran Jones laughed off the issue

The Independent UK

Keep off the grass: British tennis players complain of marijuana smell at US Open

Britain’s US Open hopefuls have noticed the smell of marijuana wafting over the courts at Flushing Meadows from a nearby public park

The Guardian - UK

‘Grand slams are the engine to make a living’: Mackenzie McDonald on why players still compete when injured

Mackenzie McDonald tells Matt Hughes about life on the professional circuit and those making sacrifices for a pay cheque

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Why U.S. Open Ticket Prices Are Soaring

Resale markets are to blame, but is there something the USTA can do about the sticker shock?

The Independent UK

Stan Wawrinka handed US Open wild card to mark one last Grand Slam appearance

The Swiss star had waved goodbye to his Grand Slam career but a withdrawal has offered him and the USTA a reprieve

Sports Illustrated

Tips for Enjoying the 2026 U.S. Open

How to get to Flushing Meadows, who to watch, what to eat and more.

AAP

Alcaraz back for Tiley's landmark $US100m US Open

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz will return to tennis at the US Open after a four-month injury break as organisers, led by Craig Tiley, announced record prize-money.

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The Guardian - UK

Tennis grand slams unite to establish player council in attempt to defuse prize money row

The grand slam tennis tournaments have agreed to establish a formal Player Advisory Council in a move aimed at defusing the row over prize money

Sports Illustrated

Tennis Mailbag: There’s A Lot to Look Forward to in Serena Williams’s Return

There may be a contingent of haters doubting the 44-year-old, but her comeback is a positive for the sport. Plus, a wide-open Roland Garros, U.S. Open ticket prices and more.

Sports Illustrated

Tennis Mailbag: Jannik Sinner Is More Than a Winning Machine

The Italian star is often labeled as clinical and efficient, but there’s more to his game.

Sports Illustrated

Tennis Mailbag: Is Carlos Alcaraz’s Injury Part of a Bigger Problem Plaguing the Sport?

There has been a rash of high-profile injuries in tennis recently. Plus, Jannik Sinner could complete a career Grand Slam at Roland Garros.

Sports Illustrated

Tennis Mailbag: Meet Michael Antonius, the American Teen Who Just Made History

The 16-year-old spoke with Jon Wertheim after becoming the youngest American to win an ITF men’s singles title.

Sports Illustrated

Tennis Mailbag: Novak Djokovic’s Miami Withdrawal Sparks Debate

The 38-year-old’s decision to pull out of the Miami Open inspired discussion around the sport. Plus, empty seats at Indian Wells, coaches’ salaries and more.

AAP

Australian Open to remain the 'Happy Slam', says Tiley

Outgoing Australian Open boss Craig Tiley says he has no plans to try to turn the US Open into the new 'Happy Slam' when he takes over as USTA chief executive.

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