The 2026 US Open is underway at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, and the season’s final Grand Slam has already delivered its share of drama. Here is everything fans need to follow the fortnight in Flushing Meadows.
## Key Dates
– Main draw: Sunday, August 30 through Sunday, September 13
– Women’s singles final: Saturday, September 12
– Men’s singles final: Sunday, September 13
– Day sessions begin at 11 a.m. ET, with night sessions starting at 7 p.m. ET
## The Draw at a Glance
Alexander Zverev enters as the No. 1 seed for the first time in his career, with world No. 1 Jannik Sinner sidelined by a knee injury he suffered after Wimbledon. Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz is seeded second, returning from four months out with a wrist injury. On the women’s side, two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka leads the field as top seed, chasing a third straight title.
## Early Results Worth Knowing
Novak Djokovic suffered a first-round upset loss to Mariano Navone, while Venus Williams, competing on a wild card at age 46, fell to fellow American Sofia Kenin. For a closer look at how the men’s title picture has taken shape, see our breakdown of the US Open men’s final path, and for the women’s side, check our women’s final preview.
## Prize Money
The tournament offers a record $108 million total purse this year, with singles champions earning $5.5 million each. For the full financial breakdown, read our guide to how Grand Slam prize money works.
## How to Watch
US coverage airs across ESPN’s family of networks, with streaming available through the ESPN App. International broadcasters vary by region, so check local listings for exact channel information.
## What’s Next
Once the trophies are handed out on Championship Sunday, attention quickly turns to the fall swing. See our look at the next tennis tournaments on the calendar to keep following the action after New York.