U.S. Open 2023: Key Information Ahead of the Tournament

The U.S. Open, the final Grand Slam of the tennis season, is set to commence with Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz emerging as the leading favorites for the singles titles, according to BetMGM Sportsbook. Sabalenka, currently ranked No. 2, boasts odds of +250 following her recent victory at the Cincinnati Open and her runner-up finish in New York last year. Top-ranked Iga Swiatek, the 2022 U.S. Open champion, follows closely with odds of +350, while defending champion Coco Gauff and 2022 Wimbledon winner Elena Rybakina are listed at +600 and +700, respectively. The tournament will feature a mix of match formats, with women competing in best-of-three sets and men in best-of-five sets. Notably, the two main venues, Arthur Ashe Stadium and Louis Armstrong Stadium, are equipped with retractable roofs, ensuring play can continue in various weather conditions. The first round is scheduled for August 26-27, culminating in the men’s final on September 8. Coco Gauff, who captured her first Grand Slam title at last year’s U.S. Open at just 19 years old, will return to defend her title against a competitive field. Meanwhile, Novak Djokovic, the defending men's champion, aims to extend his record with a 25th major singles title. Both singles champions will receive a prize of $3.6 million, an increase from last year’s $3 million.