New to US Open 2025? Here’s Who to Watch & How to Bet
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The 2025 US Open (August 25 - September 7, New York) is the final slam of tennis’s four Grand Slams, sparking a craze among fans globally! This guide covers:

  • Full 2025 US Open schedule.
  • How to watch night matches for free.
  • Will veteran Djokovic win or Sinner defend his title?
  • How to bet on tennis matches.

Whether you’re chasing stars, betting on games, or just want to see rackets smashed, this hardcourt showdown is a must-watch!

What is the US Open Tennis 2025?

The US Open, one of tennis’s four Grand Slams, is also called New York Tennis. It kicks off around late August and wraps up by mid-September each year.

One unique feature of the US Open is its famous night session schedule - many key matches are deliberately held in the evening and often go on past midnight.

USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center
USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center
2025 US Open Tennis Championships
2025 US Open Tennis Championships

Characteristics of the Four Tennis Grand Slams

1. Australian Open

  • Blue-green hard court, medium-fast ball speed.
  • Players battle in scorching 40°C heat.
  • Night sessions with a vibrant atmosphere.

2. French Open

  • Red clay court, slowest ball speed.
  • Players slide to save shots, Nadal dominates with 14 titles.

3. Wimbledon

  • Grass court, fastest ball speed.
  • A strict all-white dress code.
  • Federer’s legendary 8 titles.
  • A fan must eat strawberries and cream.
  • British royals are often spotted in the stands.

4. US Open

  • Hard court, loudest and hypest matches.
  • Iconic night sessions with epic battles every evening.
  • Players often lose it, smashing rackets and trash-talking.

How many matches are played at the US Open?

Over 600 matches are played across singles, doubles, and mixed events during the two-week tournament.

Where is the 2025 US Open Tennis held?

The matches take place at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, the iconic home of the US Open since 1978.

The complex includes multiple courts, such as:

  • Arthur Ashe Stadium – the main court, seats around 23,000
  • Louis Armstrong Stadium – about 14,000 seats
  • Grandstand – more intimate, holds around 8,000
  • Field Courts – 22 smaller courts for early-round matches
  • Practice Courts – 12 courts for warm-ups and training

Why is US Open the last Grand Slam of the year?

Due to the host country’s weather, historical traditions, court arrangements, and the international tennis season’s fixed schedule, the US Open is always held in late summer to early fall, making it the final Grand Slam in August-September.

How many players compete in the US Open?

The number of players in the main draw is fixed each year:

  • Singles: 128 men and 128 women (total 256 players)
  • Doubles: 64 teams in both men's and women's doubles (128 players per category)
  • Mixed Doubles: Around 32 teams (64 players)

How do players qualify for the US Open?

  • Direct Entry: The top 104 ranked players from both the ATP (men’s) and WTA (women’s) tours automatically qualify for the main draw — that’s 208 players total.
  • Wild Cards: A few special spots are given by the organizers to rising stars, local American players, returning veterans, or popular fan favorites who didn’t qualify by ranking.
  • Qualifying Rounds: 128 players enter a single-elimination qualifying tournament held the week before the main event. Only the last 16 standing earn a place in the main draw.

How does the US Open schedule work?

This 3-week tennis extravaganza has a crystal-clear rhythm: it kicks off with the lively Fan Week, followed by fierce qualifying rounds for main draw spots, and then the main event showdown! Come check it out!

🎾Week 1 – Fan Week

  • Free admission to the USTA grounds
  • Watch players practice up close
  • Fan activities, meet-and-greets, autograph sessions
  • Warm-up week before qualifiers begin

🎾Week 2 – Qualifying Rounds

  • Around 256 players (128 men + 128 women)
  • Single-elimination format
  • 16 men and 16 women qualify for the main draw (32 total)

🎾Weeks 3–4 – Main Draw

  • Both men's and women's singles consist of 7 rounds, starting from the Round of 128 all the way to the final.
  • Over 250 matches are played across two intense weeks.
Rohan Bopanna and Matthew Ebden - US Open 2024 semi-final
Rohan Bopanna and Matthew Ebden - US Open 2024 semi-final
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The US Open isn’t just about singles — it also features men’s and women’s doubles, as well as mixed doubles. Most of the finals for these events are scheduled during the second week of the main draw.

2025 US Open Men’s Champion Favorites

Jannik Sinner.

The 24-year-old red-haired heartthrob from Italy already won both the Australian Open and US Open in 2024.

He’s currently ranked World No.1, and often fires straight-up aces. In 2025, his chances of defending the title are extremely high.

Carlos Alcaraz.

The 22-year-old Spanish genius, already with four Grand Slams (including 2022 US Open, 2024 Wimbledon)! Razor-sharp angles, masters "fake-out + drop shot." Crazy strong and super relatable.

Novak Djokovic.

The 38-year-old Serbian legend, one of tennis’ all-time greats! Holds 24 Grand Slams (as of 2024), including 10 US Open titles! In 2025, he’s hungry to break more records.

2025 US Open Women’s Champion Favorites

Coco Gauff.

The 21-year-old American prodigy won her first Grand Slam title at the US Open in 2023, right in front of her home crowd.

In 2025, she returns to Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York, ranked firmly in the world’s top five.

Aryna Sabalenka.

The 27-year-old Belarusian beast, world top three, snagged the 2023 Australian Open and 2024 US Open titles!

Her forehand smashes could “punch through the court,” a true icon of power tennis.

Iga Świątek.

The 24-year-old Polish superstar is World No.1 and a five-time Grand Slam champion, including back-to-back wins at the 2022 and 2023 French Open.

Known as the “Queen of Clay,” but her hardcourt game is just as deadly. In 2025, she’s out to prove she’s the ultimate all-rounder.

Indian Players at US Open 2025

Rohan Bopanna-Men’s Doubles

  • 45 years old, yet still performing at an elite level
  • Ranked World No.1 in doubles, and won the 2024 Australian Open, becoming the oldest Grand Slam champion in history
  • Set to team up with Matthew Ebden (Australia) at the 2025 US Open


📌 Battle-hardened and mentally rock-solid, thrives in comebacks, a guaranteed crowd-puller in doubles matches!

Sumit Nagal-Men’s Singles

  • Ranked between World No. 80–100
  • Reached the main draw of the 2024 French Open, delivering a rare singles win for India
  • Known for his solid baseline rallies, strong stamina, and mental toughness


📌 A promising underdog - with a favorable draw, he could reach Round 2 or even pull off an upset!

Ankita Raina-Woman's Singles/Doubles

  • Represented India multiple times at the Billie Jean King Cup (formerly Fed Cup) and the Asian Games
  • Holds a WTA-level doubles background, known for consistency and composure
  • Strong on hard courts and clay, with excellent control and endurance


📌 If she makes it through the qualifiers, she could become a key figure for Indian women’s tennis - definitely one to watch!

Karman Thandi-Woman's Singles/Doubles

  • Known for powerful serves and a strong forehand.
  • Partnered with Ankita Raina and won the TPE Taipei WTA Challenger doubles title.
  • Has shown the ability to break through higher-ranked opponents, with extensive experience on the ITF circuit.


📌 Currently ranked lower, may qualify as a wildcard or as part of a doubles team with fellow Indian players (like Ankita) or with international partners.

Rithvik Choudary Bollipalli-Men's Doubles

  • Specializes in doubles; currently ranked World No. 80 in doubles, with a career-high of No. 65
  • Stands at 188 cm, known for his commanding presence and strong control on court
  • Won the ATP doubles title at the 2024 Almaty Open with partner Arjun Kadhe


📌 If he qualifies or receives a direct entry into the main draw, this Indian duo could be a serious threat in men’s doubles.

US Open Betting Market Types

  • Winner:
    Bet on who wins the match (no need to guess the score).
  • Set Betting:
    Bet on who will win a specific set (usually Set 1 or Set 2), or the score of each set.
  • Game Betting:
  • Bet on how many games will be played in total, or within a specific set.
  • Correct Set Score:
    Predict the exact match score — e.g. 2–0, 2–1, etc.
  • Handicap:
    Spread betting, including:Set Handicap (e.g. give or take sets) & Game Handicap (e.g. give or take games).
  • Odd/Even Games:
    Bet if the total number of games is odd or even.
  • Any Set To Nil
    Predict if there will be a 6–0 set in the match.
  • Double Result:
    Bet on who wins the first set and the full match - both must be correct to win.
  • Exact Sets:
    Bet on how many sets the match will take - whether it ends in 2 sets or goes all 3.
Online Tennis Betting
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US Open Tennis Tickets 2025: Full Price List

The 2025 US Open offers seven main ticket types, based on stadium, time, and seating.

See the table below for features and price ranges.

Ticket Type Includes Estimated Price (₹)
Mixed Doubles Championship Fan Week 2-day special event (Aug 19–20) ₹4,150 – ₹10,000
Stars of the Open Charity match with top stars ₹3,300 – ₹12,500
Arthur Ashe – Day Session Main stadium (early rounds to semis) ₹7,500 – ₹50,000+
Arthur Ashe – Night Session Evening prime matches
(most popular)
₹12,500 – ₹1,25,000+
Louis Armstrong – Day/Night Second-largest court with great view ₹5,800 – ₹33,000
Grandstand Small, intimate court with strong crowd ₹5,000 – ₹15,000
Grounds Admission Practice + outer courts (no Ashe) ₹2,500 – ₹8,300

The US Open website is linked with Ticketmaster, making it easy to select and purchase tickets directly.

Just follow the steps shown in the screenshots below to book your tickets quickly!

How to buy ticket on Ticketmaster
How to buy ticket on Ticketmaster

🎯 Pair it with a Ground Pass or a mixed itinerary plan to save big on your spectating budget.

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Why do Arthur Ashe ticket prices vary so much?

Ticket prices for Arthur Ashe Stadium vary greatly depending on the stage of the tournament, the players in the matchup, and the seat location.

  • Prices go up as the tournament moves into the later rounds
  • When star players are on court, prices can spike instantly
  • Front-row seats offer the best view — and are also the most expensive

Free Ways to Watch US Open Matches

The US Open Fan Week (August 19–25) is a long-standing tradition, offering a limited-time Fan Access Pass for free entry to qualifying matches, practice sessions, player meet-and-greets, and more.

Fan Access Pass = Free Entry + FOMO if you skip!

✅ Claim online for free (requires pre-registration)

✅ Successful registration enters you into a free draw for finals tickets

✅ Includes access to most courts at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center

✅ Free entry for singles matches; some doubles and celebrity matches require extra tickets

Want to grab this free spot now? Register at: Official Fan Pass login page. Check the steps in the image below to get your entry pass 👇

US Open - Fan access pass Register Steps Guide
US Open - Fan access pass Register Steps Guide

Scroll down and fill out the Fan Access Profile to join the finals ticket draw!

Fill out your Fan Access Profile for for extra entries to win Finals tickets!
Fill out your Fan Access Profile for for extra entries to win Finals tickets!

📌 Tip: Registration is 100% free and gets you into Billie Jean King National Tennis Center during Fan Week (Aug 19–25)!

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