A battle for the world’s number 1 place for men, Caroline Garcia’s last dance … which you need to know before the tournament start

Last Grand Chelem tournament of the season, the US Open begins on Sunday, with Aryna Sabalenka and Ben Shelton as headliners of the first day.

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Carlos Alcaraz, Carolin Garcia and Loïs Drink, before the US Open (AFP – SIPA)

The mixed double had already given a taste … The US Open, for its single tournaments, begins on Sunday August 24 and will last until September 7. The Planet Tennis has met Flushing Meadows for the last Grand Slam tournament of the year. The world’s 1 numbers, Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka, crowned in 2024, will put their title in play.

Carlos Alcaraz can become world number 1 again

In addition to the defense of his title, which no player has succeeded in the US Open since Roger Federer in 2008, there will be an additional issue for Jannik Sinner: that of keeping his place as best player in the world. This is threatened by Carlos Alcaraz, who got closer to the Italian thanks to his victory at the Masters 1000 in Cincinnati over the latter (5-0, Ab.). If the two players reach the third round, the one who will then go the furthest in the competition will be the world number 1 at the end of the tournament. If both bow to the same stage of the competition, then Alcaraz will take the lead in the world ranking, which he had occupied for 36 weeks spread over four different periods between 2022 and 2023.

A last tournament for Caroline Garcia

The Frenchwoman announced before Roland-Garros that she would retire tennis this season, but without specifying a deadline. After his elimination in Cincinnati, his publication on Instagram put an end to the suspense: it will be after the US Open. “The time has come for the real last dance. And there is no better place than the US Open. Another week of training before entering the courts for the last time”she wrote. It was in New York that Caroline Garcia achieved her best Grand Slam journey, reaching the semi-finals in 2022. Invited by the French Federation to compete in this US Open, under an agreement with the American Federation, she will be opposed to the first round to the Russian Kamilla Rakhimova, 52nd world.

17 French engaged

Besides Caroline Garcia, four other French players appear in the main draw: Elsa Jacquemot, Léolia Jeanjean, Diane Parry and Loïs Boisson. The latter, first tricolor in the WTA (46th) ranking, will compete for her first US Open. Committed to the third qualifying round, Varvara Gracheva bowed and will not join them.

In men, Ugo Blanchet is the only survivor of qualifications. He joined eleven other blue players in the main draw. In the absence of the national number 1, Arthur son, package, Ugo Humbert will be the only seeded (n ° 22). Behind him, some French players inherited a complicated draw in the first round, like Giovanni Mpeshi Perricard, opposed to Lorenzo Musetti, 10th in the world.

Benjamin Bonzi will be struggling with Daniil Medvedev, winner of the tournament in 2021 but which he beat in the first round of Wimbledon a few weeks ago, and Alexandre Muller faces Stéfanos Tsitsipas. The other French engaged are Valentin Royer, Quentin Halys, Gaël Monfils, Hugo Gaston, Corentin Moutet, Adrian Mannarino and Arthur Rinderknech. For Monfils, who admitted that “Win a match” face au Russian Roman Safiullin (90th) would be enough for him, this is complicated: the 38 -year -old veteran has announced to suffer from a torticollis and the knee for a few days. “For the torticollis, I think I had to sleep badly. For the knee, I don’t know, I have trained a lot lately” and “wear” may have played a role “, advanced Monfils to try to explain his ailments.

Un prize-money record

Already far superior to those of other Grand Slam tournaments, the allocations attributed to the US Open US and woman winners have further increased this season. They climbed 39% to be increased to $ 5 million (4.3 million euros), compared to some 2 million euros at the Australian Open, 2.5 million euros in Roland-Garros and 3.5 million euros in Wimbledon.

However, the increase is lower for players eliminated earlier in the tournament, with an additional 10% compared to 2024 for players released in the first round ($ 110,000, or around 95,000 euros).

The mixed double had already given a taste … The US Open, for its single tournaments, begins on Sunday August 24 and will last until September 7. The Planet Tennis has met Flushing Meadows for the last Grand Slam tournament of the year.The world’s 1 numbers, Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka, crowned in 2024, will put their title in play.

Carlos Alcaraz can become world number 1 again

In addition to the defense of his title, which no player has succeeded in the US Open since Roger Federer in 2008, there will be an additional issue for Jannik Sinner: that of keeping his place as best player in the world. This is threatened by Carlos Alcaraz, who got closer to the Italian thanks to his victory at the Masters 1000 in Cincinnati over the latter (5-0, Ab.). If the two players reach the third round, the one who will then go the furthest in the competition will be the world number 1 at the end of the tournament. If both bow to the same stage of the competition, then Alcaraz will take the lead in the world ranking, which he had occupied for 36 weeks spread over four different periods between 2022 and 2023.

A last tournament for Caroline garcia

The Frenchwoman announced before Roland-Garros that she would retire tennis this season, but without specifying a deadline. After his elimination in Cincinnati, his publication on Instagram put an end to the suspense: it will be after the US Open.“The time has come for the real last dance. And there is no better place than the US Open. Another week of training before entering the courts for the last time”she wrote. It was in New York that Caroline Garcia achieved her best Grand Slam journey, reaching the semi-finals in 2022. Invited by the french Federation to compete in this US Open, under an agreement with the American Federation, she will be opposed to the first round to the Russian Kamilla Rakhimova, 52nd world.

17 French engaged

Besides Caroline Garcia, four other French players appear in the main draw: Elsa Jacquemot, Léolia Jeanjean, Diane Parry and loïs Boisson. The latter, first tricolor in the WTA (46th) ranking, will compete for her first US Open. Committed to the third qualifying round, Varvara Gracheva bowed and will not join them.

In men,Ugo Blanchet is the only survivor of qualifications. He joined eleven other blue players in the main draw. In the absence of the national number 1, Arthur son, package, Ugo Humbert will be the only seeded (n ° 22). Behind him, some French players inherited a complicated draw in the first round, like Giovanni Mpeshi Perricard, opposed to Lorenzo Musetti, 10th in the world.

benjamin Bonzi will be struggling with Daniil Medvedev,winner of the tournament in 2021 but which he beat in the first round of Wimbledon a few weeks ago,and Alexandre Muller faces Stéfanos Tsitsipas. The other French engaged are Valentin Royer, Quentin Halys, Gaël Monfils, Hugo Gaston, Corentin Moutet, Adrian Mannarino and Arthur Rinderknech. For Monfils, who admitted that “Win a match” face au Russian Roman Safiullin (90th) would be enough for him, this is complicated: the 38 -year -old veteran has announced to suffer from a torticollis and the knee for a few days.“For the torticollis, I think I had to sleep badly. For the knee, I don’t know, I have trained a lot lately” and “wear” may have played a role “, advanced monfils to try to explain his ailments.

Un prize-money record

Already far superior to those of other Grand Slam tournaments, the allocations attributed to the US Open US and woman winners have further increased this season. They climbed 39% to be increased to $ 5 million (4.3 million euros),compared to some 2 million euros at the Australian Open,2.5 million euros in Roland-Garros and 3.5 million euros in Wimbledon.

However, the increase is lower for players eliminated earlier in the tournament, with an additional 10% compared to 2024 for players released in the first round ($ 110,000, or around 95,000 euros).

Here’s a swift glance at the key data points for the US Open 2025:

Category Details Key Players
Dates august 24 – september 7, 2025 Jannik Sinner, Aryna sabalenka, Carlos Alcaraz, Caroline Garcia
Tournament Status Grand Slam top Ranked Men’s and Women’s players
Prize Money (Winners) $5 million USD (approx. €4.3 million EUR) Highest in the Grand Slam tournaments
key Storylines World no. 1 battle, Caroline Garcia’s retirement, french depiction, prize money increases. Alcaraz, Sinner, Garcia, Humbert, Monfils
French Representation 17 French players in total with 5 women and 12 men Caroline Garcia, Ugo Humbert, Gaël Monfils

FAQ: Your Top Questions About the US Open 2025 Answered

When does the US Open 2025 take place?

The US Open 2025 is scheduled to commence on Sunday, August 24, and will conclude on Sunday, September 7.

Who are the top players to watch at the US Open 2025?

keep an eye on the current world number one Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka. Further interest will focus on Carlos Alcaraz, and the farewell tournament of Caroline Garcia.

How much prize money will the winners receive at the US Open 2025?

The winners of the US Open 2025 will be awarded $5 million, which is equivalent to approximately €4.3 million.

How many French players are participating in the US open 2025?

A total of 17 French players will compete in the US Open 2025, with five women and twelve men.

What is the significance of this US Open for Caroline garcia?

The US Open 2025 marks Caroline Garcia’s final tournament before her retirement from professional tennis, making it a notable event for her career.

Are there any other crucial narratives beyond player match ups?

Definitely. Alongside competition for the coveted World No.1 title and the swansong for Caroline Garcia, a significant rise in prize money and the potential for unexpected upsets will make this year’s US Open particularly engaging.

James Whitfield

James Whitfield is Archysport's racket sports and golf specialist, bringing a global perspective to tennis, badminton, and golf coverage. Based between London and Singapore, James has covered Grand Slam tournaments, BWF World Tour events, and major golf championships on five continents. His reporting combines on-the-ground access with deep knowledge of the technical and strategic elements that separate elite athletes from the rest of the field. James is fluent in English, French, and Mandarin, giving him unique access to athletes across the global tennis and badminton circuits.

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