US Open's new mixed doubles format draws criticism

US Open revamps mixed doubles format, hoping to draw stars, fans: What to know
The U.S. Open is making a big bet on the potential of mixed doubles, changing the format in ways that will draw curiosity and controversy.
US Open's new mixed doubles format draws criticism as being more of an exhibition than a Grand Slam
The U.S. Open's plan to make its mixed doubles championship a smaller, shorter event aimed at persuading top singles players to compete was criticized Tuesday by doubles specialists who figure to get shut out of the new format.
Tennis Legend Rips U.S. Open For ‘Devaluing’ Mixed Doubles In New Format
The USTA announced Tuesday a “reimagined” mixed doubles format that will be moved to the first week of the U.S. Open from Tuesday, August 19–Wednesday, August 20. All matches will be played in Arthur Ashe Stadium and Louis Armstrong Stadium and the event will be featured during primetime ESPN and international broadcast coverage.
US Open mixed doubles ‘cancelled’ as champions rage against ‘profound injustice’ of grand slam shake-up
US Open champions Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori have added their voice to widespread criticism towards the “profound injustice” of the New York grand slam’s mixed doubles shake-up. This year’s tournament will dramatically overhaul the event long treated as an afterthought.
Fury as US Open chiefs announce mixed doubles revamp
US tennis chiefs announced a radical overhaul of the US Open's mixed doubles on Tuesday, unveiling plans to stage the competition as a standalone event in the week before the main men's and women's singles draws get under way.
US Open revamps mixed doubles format and adds $1 million prize in quest to get singles stars to play
The U.S. Open is moving its mixed doubles championship to the week before the tournament begins, hoping a revamped format and $1 million prize will persuade top singles players to chase a Grand Slam doubles title.
US Open revamps mixed doubles format, increases prize money
The U.S. Open mixed doubles competition will now be played before the singles main draw, the United States Tennis Association (USTA) said on Tuesday as it announced an overhaul of the category's format and an increase in prize money.
US Open announces huge revamp to mixed doubles as two top players sign up
Mixed doubles at the US Open is to be played for a $1m first prize in the week before the singles event - making the final Grand Slam of the season a three-week event. And American stars Taylor Fritz and Jessica Pegula have pledged to take part.
US Open to overhaul mixed doubles event for 2025 with $1 million winner's prize
The US Open mixed doubles will no longer be played during the main draw of singles; a blockbuster field of the sports biggest stars have a greater opportunity to team up to vie for this coveted Grand
US Open changes mixed doubles format, aims to lure singles stars
The US Open is adjusting its mixed doubles schedule and offering $1 million in prize money in an effort to persuade top singles players to compete in the event.
US Open introduces new mixed doubles format for 2025 season; how it is different from previous editions?
Based on the new plan, the 2025 US Open mixed doubles matches will be played on August 19 and 20. The main draw of 2025 US Open will start on August 24.
US Open organisers lashed for 'terribly shocking' mixed doubles change
Tennis stars criticise US Open officials for scheduling the mixed doubles during fan week at this year's tournament in New ...
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The US Open tennis tournament is adding a 15th day by moving to a Sunday start in 2025
The U.S. Open is expanding to 15 days this year as it shifts to a Sunday start for the first time in the Open era. The U.S.
‘A decision made without consulting anyone…”: How 2024 US Open Mixed Doubles champions see new move to change tournament format
In a revamped move, US Open will see mixed doubles events happening prior to main draw with lesser teams and sets to four ...
US Open accused of 'money grab' as Andy Murray's ex-coach brands event an exhibition
The Frenchwoman isn’t the only player who is unimpressed. British doubles star Jonny O’Mara, who previously coached Murray, ...