The first rounds of the men’s and women’s singles will be played on the opening three days from Sunday to Tuesday.

Serena Williams and Carlos Alcaraz kick off their U.S. Open mixed doubles against reigning women's champ Erin Routliffe.

Aryna Sabalenka and Novak Djokovic also in the 16-team tournament that was overhauled last year to get top singles players to compete.

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Everything you need to know about the fourth and final Grand Slam of 2026

Serena Williams made her return to her home Grand Slam alongside Carlos Alcaraz on Tuesday, as fans flocked to the US Open.