Coco Gauff looked as lonely as a player can, until 20,000 people—and Simone Biles—helped rescue her“You guys bring me so much joy,” the American told the fans in Arthur Ashe Stadium after her difficult, emotional second-round win.Read the story
US OpenIga Swiatek, US Open favorite? Her brilliant form can end unexpectedly—and return quickly“It wasn’t the easiest match,” she said after three sets with heavy underdog Suzan Lamens. “I’m happy at the end I could be more proactive.”By Steve Tignor Aug 28, 2025
US OpenCarlos Alcaraz on his round-two rout: “I played great, to be honest”Carlitos hit cleanly and stayed in command. His talented opponent, Mattia Bellucci, tight for two sets, never showed what he can do.By Steve Tignor Aug 28, 2025
US OpenEmma Raducanu finding a better “normal” at US Open with new coach Francisco Roig“I’m putting a lot of trust in what I’m doing behind the scenes,” said Raducanu, who hired Rafael Nadal’s former coach this summer.By Steve Tignor Aug 27, 2025
US OpenCoco Gauff’s win over Ajla Tomljanovic was always in doubt, but she delivered when it matteredA clutch second serve near the end of her three-hour victory closed out a lung-busting, whiplash-inducing first-rounderBy Steve Tignor Aug 27, 2025
US OpenCarlos Alcaraz’s haircut is the buzz of the US OpenThe extent of the reaction shows that Carlitos, while he’s not No. 1 in the world, remains the sport’s star of the moment.By Steve Tignor Aug 26, 2025
US OpenIf Venus Williams’ three-set loss to Karolina Muchova was her last blast at the US Open, she made it a good oneAt an Open celebrating Althea Gibson, fans had a chance to see another trailblazer in person.By Steve Tignor Aug 26, 2025
