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US Open changes mixed doubles format, aims to lure singles stars


Published on 2025-02-11 12:45:47 - MSN
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  • 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.

The U.S. Open has introduced a new format for its mixed doubles event, reducing the number of teams to 16 and scheduling all matches in one section of the stadium to make it more appealing for top singles players to participate. This change aims to increase the event's visibility and attractiveness by having matches played under the lights at Louis Armstrong Stadium, with the semifinals and finals set for Wednesday and Thursday. The USTA hopes this will encourage more high-profile players to enter, enhancing the event's prestige and potentially increasing its popularity.

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