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Djokovic, Alcaraz, Sabalenka and Williams: Five reasons to watch US Open 2026

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Djokovic, Alcaraz, Sabalenka And Williams: Five Reasons To Watch US Open 2026

By IANS News August 29, 2026 • 13:46 PM View: 191

With Jannik Sinner: The final Grand Slam of the season is set to bring tennis' biggest names and some of the sport's most compelling storylines to New York, with the US Open 2026 promising history, high stakes and plenty of star power at Flushing Meadows.

A record prize pool, Novak Djokovic's pursuit of another landmark, Carlos Alcaraz's return to Grand Slam action and the reunion of Serena and Venus Williams are among the major attractions at this year's tournament.

Here are five reasons why the US Open 2026 could be one of the most anticipated events of the tennis season:

TAGS US Open Grand Slam Flushing Meadows Novak Djokovic Carlos Alcaraz

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