U.S. Open mixed doubles champions Errani and Vavassori call new event ‘profound injustice’
Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori have criticized the revamped U.S. Open tournament, which will let players enter based on singles ranking.
US Open mixed doubles champions criticise format changes
The U.S. Open's revamped mixed doubles format is a "profound injustice" that disrespects the players, reigning champions Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori have said.
Tennis Legend Rips U.S. Open For ‘Devaluing’ Mixed Doubles In New Format
The USTA announced Tuesday a “reimagined” mixed doubles format that will be moved to the first week of the U.S. Open from Tuesday, August 19–Wednesday, August 20. All matches will be played in Arthur Ashe Stadium and Louis Armstrong Stadium and the event will be featured during primetime ESPN and international broadcast coverage.
Explained: What is the US Open's new mixed doubles format and why is it facing criticism?
The United States Tennis Association (USTA) has announced a new mixed doubles format for US Open 2025 in a bid to draw participation from more prominent singles players. The move has caused a massive uproar among the doubles players.
Mixed doubles change at US Open branded a ‘profound injustice’ by defending champions
The mixed doubles competition at this year’s US Open will be held earlier than normal in the hope of showcasing some of tennis’ biggest stars, but the decision has also prompted ire from players.
'Profound injustice' - US Open criticised over mixed doubles change
The US Open receives strong criticism following its decision to hold its mixed doubles competition as a standalone event before the start of the Slam.
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USTA announces major change to US Open schedule
The just-concluded Australian Open, for example, has set attendance records in both of its 15-day editions. The USTA said its top event had “record-breaking attendance in 2024.” By now, players ...
US Open: What is the new mixed doubles format and why is it drawing criticism
The US Open has revamped its mixed doubles format to attract more top singles players with a $1 million prize pool, condensed ...
US Open organisers lashed for 'terribly shocking' mixed doubles change
Tennis stars criticise US Open officials for scheduling the mixed doubles during fan week at this year's tournament in New ...
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The U.S. Open tennis tournament is adding a 15th day by moving to a Sunday start in 2025
The just-concluded Australian Open, for example, has set attendance records in both of its 15-day editions. The USTA said its top event had “record-breaking attendance in 2024.” By now, players ...
Cam Smith backs decision to split up Australian Open golf tournaments
Former British Open champion Cam Smith was vocal in his criticism of both the men’s and women’s Australian Open tournaments being played concurrently, so he was more than pleased to hear that Golf ...
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American teenager Learner Tien stuns No. 5 Daniil Medvedev in Australian Open
He won the 2022 and 2023 USTA Boys' 18s National Championships ... He made it to the junior finals of 2023 Australian Open and US Open and played a semester of college tennis at Southern ...
U.S. Open takes Grand Slam tennis to a new scheduling frontier with mixed doubles move
Moving a Grand Slam event into its qualifying week takes the biggest tournaments in tennis into unexplored territory.