liveUpdated 7m agoFollow our live coverage of today's Day 1 action of the U.S. Open from Flushing Meadows, N.Y.The Athletic Live TeamAugust 30, 2026 at 7:30 AM EDTJessica Pegula in action today at the U.S. Open Getty ImagesU.S. Open Day 1 — LatestThe 2026 U.S. Open singles competitions begin today from the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows, N.Y. Jessica Pegula, U.S. Open finalist in 2024, kicks off the action on Arthur Ashe Stadium at 12 p.m. ET against Elena-Gabriela Ruse. Daniil Medvedev, the 2021 U.S. Open champion, is hoping that he can improve on his first round exit from last year when he faces Hugo Gaston. Novak Djokovic and Venus Williams headline the night session tonight at Flushing Meadows. Follow our writers for news, updates and analysis on all the action from the final Grand Slam of 2026. Time: 11 a.m. ET (8 a.m. PT)Watch: ABC (12-3 p.m. ET), ESPN2 (3-4:30 p.m. ET), ESPN (4 p.m. ET-end of play)Streaming (U.S.): Fubo (Stream Free Now)Get involved in the discuss tab or email us your thoughts at live@theathletic.comSKIP ADVERTISEMENTAdvertisementThe venue: USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center Getty ImagesThe biggest stadium courts. The most raucous crowds. Yes, you are at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows, N.Y. It’s been the host of the U.S. Open since 1978, boasting a facility that features 22 courts inside its 46.5 acres. The crown jewel is Arthur Ashe Stadium, the largest center court in professional tennis. Ashe’s capacity is 23,771 and it’s undergoing a $600 million renovation that is adding 2,000 courtside seats. Louis Armstrong Stadium, the second main court, has a capacity of 14,000. Subscribe to The Athletic The AthleticThis is an excellent time of year to be a sports fan. The English Premier League is back in full swing.Formula 1 and other motorsports seasons are winding down. NHL, NBA and NFL regular seasons are fast approaching.Oh, and don’t forget about the U.S. Open tennis Grand Slam from Flushing Meadows, N.Y.You should definitely have a subscription to The Athletic if you want the highest-quality sports journalism. Get your subscription here.Join the conversation! Getty ImagesThe U.S. Open begins today and we want to hear from YOU, tennis fans, about what you are most excited about in the final Slam of 2026. Which player has the best chance to win men’s and women’s singles? Who do you like to have a surprise run? Which player is likely to bow out early? Get involved in the discuss tab or by emailing us your opinions, predictions and thoughts at live@theathletic.com. We will take the best submissions and publish them in our superb live coverage throughout the day. Join the conversation, tennis fans! How to watch the U.S. Open Getty ImagesThere are different ways to watch the 2026 U.S. Open during the first round today, depending on the time. Below is the full schedule (time ET):12 p.m.-3 p.m.: Day 1 coverage on ABC3-4:30 p.m.: Day 1 coverage on ESPN24:30-7 p.m.: Day 1 coverage on ESPN7 p.m.-matches conclude: “Primetime at the U.S. Open” on ESPNWhat time do the matches start today? Getty ImagesFirst round matches at the 2026 U.S. Open begin at 11 a.m. ET. That is 8 a.m. PT or 4 p.m. in the U.K. SKIP ADVERTISEMENTAdvertisementWelcome to our live coverage! Getty ImagesGreetings tennis fans! Welcome to The Athletic’s live coverage of Day 1 at the 2026 U.S. Open.It is the final Slam of the 2026 season. The U.S. Open, taking place in Flushing Meadows, N.Y., is often described as the most electric of the four Slams, given the raucous energy of the fans.For the tennis players in the men’s and women’s singles draws, it is one last opportunity to capture a Grand Slam this year. It should be an exciting tournament with a ton of storylines.Follow our live coverage for play-by-play commentary of matches along with sights, sounds and analysis from our writers on the ground at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.