Get ready to dust off those tennis rackets, or at least your cocktail shakers, because the US Open 2025 is here! For three full weeks, New York City transforms into a tennis paradise, serving up intense matches and plenty of excitement.
The Grand Slam action kicks off in Queens, at the famous USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. Qualification matches are already buzzing, with players fighting for their spot. The main tournament officially starts on Sunday, August 24.
Everyone’s wondering if last year’s champions, Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka, can hold onto their singles titles. Even before the main event, local fans can dive into “Fan Week,” which started Thursday, August 21. Think happy hours, autograph sessions, and cool giveaways. It’s all happening as 128 men and 128 women battle it out to earn a place in the main singles draw. The US Open isn’t just about single players, though. It crowns champions across many categories, including doubles, mixed doubles, junior doubles, and both singles and doubles in wheelchair tennis.
As the excitement builds across Queens, you’re probably wondering how to catch all this thrilling tennis. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered.
Catching the Action: Where to Watch
Can’t make it to Queens to feel the court-side energy? No problem! You can catch every serve and volley from home. Tennis Channel and the ESPN network are your go-to places for all the singles, doubles, and mixed doubles action. Qualification rounds are on ESPN2, ESPN News, and ESPN+. For the main event, tune into ESPN, ESPN2, and ABC. The women’s singles final is set for Saturday, September 6, on ESPN. The men’s title match follows right after, airing on ABC. Every single match will also be ready to stream live on ESPN+.
Stars on the Court
Hundreds of players will hit the courts, but some big names are already making headlines. These stars aim to challenge Sinner and Sabalenka for their crowns. On the men’s side, look out for Carlos Alcaraz, Ben Shelton, and the legend Novak Djokovic. For the women, keep your eyes on Iga Swiatek, Coco Gauff, Madison Keys, Emma Raducanu, and the iconic Venus Williams.
The Prize: Money Talks
Beyond the glory, there’s a serious payout for these athletes. Players at the 2025 US Open are competing for a total prize fund of $90 million. That’s a 20 percent jump from last year! Both the men’s and women’s singles champions will pocket a cool $5 million each. Doubles and mixed doubles winners will snag $1 million per team.
Sip and Serve: Crafting Your Own Honey Deuce
No US Open experience is complete without a Honey Deuce cocktail. Fans bought over 550,000 of them at the 2024 event! Grey Goose, the official cocktail partner since 2011, reports over 2.8 million have been sold. They cost $23 at the stadium, but you can easily make one at home without breaking the bank. Here’s how to mix up your own iconic tennis drink:
- 1 ¼ oz vodka
- 3 oz lemonade
- ½ oz raspberry liqueur
- 3 honeydew melon balls, made to look just like tennis balls