2020 US Open: when is it, how can you watch it on TV and which players have dropped out?
Tennis will return to the Grand Slam stage with the 2020 US Open, although it would be fair to say that the coronavirus crisis has seriously complicated matters.
It’s an unprecedented time for tennis and sport in general, so let’s answer all the key questions about the tournament below.
Is the 2020 US Open moving forward despite the coronavirus crisis?
The organizers were adamant from the start that they would learn to coexist with the coronavirus pandemic and simply adapt their planning, and they were good to their word.
The decision was not universally popular, to say the least, but no one can accuse them of not thinking thoroughly.
When is the US Open 2020?
It has never moved from the original dates, which means it will start on Monday, August 31, with the men’s final on September 13.
How will this US Open be different due to the coronavirus?
For the fans, the only real difference will be that they will be played in empty stadiums. It was deemed too risky to allow any spectator to enter Flushing Meadows, which means it will be a surreal atmosphere for matches.
For gamers, the changes will be much more pronounced. They won’t be able to travel with their full staff, which will affect the bigger names more than anyone else.
They will also undergo regular testing for Covid-19 and will be limited to “bubble” hotels or private homes, although the latter has not been well received by all.
Which players dropped out of the 2020 US Open?
The most important retirement was the reigning champion Rafael Nadal. The world number two described it as ‘the decision he didn’t want to make’ but said safety concerns, coupled with fears about how to play the US Open would affect his preparations on the clay court, they had forced their hand.
Roger Federer he was out too, but this year the double knee surgery saved him the dilemma. Nick kyrgios he has always talked about taking coronavirus seriously and has shown the courage of his convictions and withdrew.
Former champion Stan Wawrinka, number nine in the world Gael Monfilsand number 11 in the world Fabio Fognini The men’s draw is also missing, as well as the favorite of Flushing Meadows Juan Martin del Potro.
The women’s section was even more affected. Number one in the world Ashleigh Barty will not play due to security concerns. Number five of the world Elina Svitolina and number seven in the world Kiki Bertens I’m also out.
Barbora Strycova, who reached the Wimbledon semi-finals last year, retired, as did the 2004 champion Svetlana Kuznetsova and former Australian Open champion Sam Stosur.
How can I watch the US Open?
Television coverage is wide but varies depending on where you are.
United States: ESPN
Canada: TSN and RDS
UK and Ireland: Amazon Prime
Continental Europe: Eurosport
Japan: WOWOW
India and subcontinent: Star India
Central America, South America and Oceania: ESPN International
Middle East and North Africa: Playing sports
Southeast Asia: Fox Sports
Sub-Saharan Africa: SuperSport
What is the cash prize offered for the 2020 US Open?
The lack of ticket revenue and the rising costs of coping with the coronavirus have hit the prize pool, as you would probably expect.
However, players will still be well rewarded for a good performance at Flushing Meadows.
Single male and female
| Cash prize | % Variation vs 2019 | |
| Winner | $ 3,000,000 of | -22% |
| Runner up | $ 1,500,000 | -21% |
| Semi final | $ 800,000 | -17% |
| Quarter finals | $ 425,000 | -15% |
| Round 4 | $ 250,000 | -11% |
| Round 3 | $ 163,000 | 0% |
| Round 2 | $ 100,000 | 0% |
| Round 1 | $ 61,000 | + 5% |
Double (shared between each player)
| Cash prize | % Variation vs 2019 | |
| Winner | $ 400,000 | -46% |
| Runner up | $ 240,000 | -35% |
| Semi final | $ 130,000 | -26% |
| Quarter finals | $ 91,000 | 0% |
| Round 2 | $ 50,000 | 0% |
| Round 1 | $ 30,000 | 0% |
