The US Open mixed doubles event is generating buzz with a record-breaking $1 million prize and a star-studded lineup! Eight teams received direct entry, while another eight secured wild cards for the competition in New York.
A Star-Studded Affair
While mixed doubles has seen popular pairings in the past, like Serena Williams and Andy Murray at the 2019 Wimbledon, this year's field is undeniably the most impressive yet. The USTA aims to boost awareness for this historic event, giving fans worldwide the chance to see tennis giants team up.
The women's side boasts names like Iga Swiatek, Jessica Pegula, and Elena Rybakina. On the men's side, Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz, and potentially Jannik Sinner are expected to participate. But Sinner's participation is now in question.
Sinner's US Open Doubt?
Sinner recently had to retire from his Cincinnati Open final against Alcaraz after just 23 minutes due to the sweltering heat. This defeat ended his impressive 26-match winning streak on hard courts. More importantly, his withdrawal casts a shadow over his potential participation in the US Open mixed doubles event.
The Serena Williams Connection
Eric Butorac, the US Open’s Senior Director of Player Relations, revealed a fascinating detail about Sinner's wishes for the event. In a recent episode of Nothing Major Show, Sam Querrey mentioned Sinner's specific request regarding Serena Williams. While the exact nature of the request hasn't been fully revealed, it's certainly adding to the intrigue surrounding the event. Could Sinner have requested to play with Serena Williams? The tennis world waits with bated breath!
- Stay tuned for more updates as the US Open draws closer.