Everything You Need to Know About the 2023 U.S. Open

The U.S. Open, a prestigious hardcourt Grand Slam tournament organized by the United States Tennis Association, will take place from Aug. 26 to Sept. 8 in New York. Featuring top-ranked players like Novak Djokovic and Coco Gauff, the event will be hosted at Arthur Ashe Stadium, Louis Armstrong Stadium, and the Grandstand.

The U.S. Open, a prominent hardcourt Grand Slam tournament organized by the United States Tennis Association, is set to take place from Aug. 26 to Sept. 8 in New York. Initially known as the U.S. National Championships, the tournament has a rich history dating back to 1881.

Among the main venues for the event are Arthur Ashe Stadium, Louis Armstrong Stadium, and the Grandstand. Arthur Ashe Stadium is notably named after the only Black man to win singles titles at Wimbledon, the U.S. Open, and the Australian Open. Louis Armstrong Stadium pays homage to the jazz legend who lived nearby until his death in 1971.

Top-ranked players, determined by world rankings, automatically enter the main draw. This year's competitors include Novak Djokovic, the men's world number two with 24 Grand Slams, and home favorite Coco Gauff, the women's world number three. The event's global broadcast will be available through networks like ESPN, Eurosport, and beIN Sports.

(With inputs from agencies.)