All you need to know about the US Open 2024

The US Open 2024 is officially underway at Flushing Meadows. Defending champions Novak Djokovic and Coco Gauff leading the field, the tournament promises an exciting blend of top tennis action and compelling storylines.

Headliners and Key Matches:

• Novak Djokovic, aiming for his 25th Grand Slam title, is set to face Moldovan qualifier Radu Albot in the evening session at Arthur Ashe Stadium. Djokovic, who has not competed since winning Olympic gold in Paris, is a strong contender to defend his title successfully. His focus remains on reaching the finals and securing the trophy once again.
• Coco Gauff, the defending women’s champion, will take to the court against France’s Varvara Gracheva after former champion Dominic Thiem’s match against American 13th seed Ben Shelton. Gauff is looking to overcome recent disappointing performances and kick-start her campaign with a solid win.
• Aryna Sabalenka, the Australian Open champion and the tournament’s second seed, will begin her bid for the title against Australia’s Priscilla Hon at Louis Armstrong Stadium. Sabalenka, who finished as a runner-up last year, arrives in New York with recent success in Cincinnati and aims to be the first woman to win both major hardcourt titles in a single season since Angelique Kerber in 2016.
• Frances Tiafoe, who reached the Cincinnati Open final, will face Aleksandar Kovacevic tonight at Louis Armstrong Stadium. This match, starting at 7 p.m. ET, will be broadcast live on ESPN2 and streamed on ESPN+.

Broadcast and Streaming Information:

• ESPN is the exclusive U.S. broadcaster for the US Open, with matches available on ESPN+, ESPN2, ESPN3, ABC, and ESPN Deportes.
• ESPN+ offers a budget-friendly streaming option for $10.99/month, providing access to all matches.
• Fubo TV (Elite tier) and Hulu + Live TV both offer comprehensive coverage including ESPN channels, with trial options available.
• ExpressVPN can be used to stream international coverage for free, with a subscription starting at $6.67/month.

Tournament Schedule:

• Day sessions start at 11 a.m. ET, while night sessions commence at 7 p.m. ET.
• Key matches and broadcast times are detailed daily on ESPN and associated channels.

With exciting matches lined up and top tennis stars in action, the US Open 2024 is shaping up to be a memorable tournament.