Vicky Mboko drew a tough opponent for her first U.S. Open
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Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic face early tests at US Open - ESPN
NEW YORK — Carlos Alcaraz and Novak Djokovic will face potential difficult American opponents when they begin their quest for another US Open title.
Nick Kyrgios withdraws from US Open, will miss another major - ESPN
NEW YORK — Nick Kyrgios withdrew from the US Open on Thursday, the third straight year the Australian has missed the last Grand Slam tournament of the season.
Sabalenka seeks US Open redemption after frustrating season
Aryna Sabalenka returns to the U.S. Open as the reigning champion and bookmakers' favourite, but her 2025 season has been anything but smooth sailing.
Australia coach Schmidt hopes for better start against fired-up Springboks
CAPE TOWN :Australia coach Joe Schmidt is banking on his side making a faster start to the second Rugby Championship test against South Africa in Cape Town on Saturday, and not having to dig quite as deep as last weekend’s heroic win at Ellis Park.
Swiatek targets seventh Grand Slam title at US Open after comeback year
Iga Swiatek arrives at the U.S. Open with her sights set on a seventh Grand Slam title and a potential return to world number one to cap what she calls a remarkable year of redemption following "the worst experience of my life".
Telehealth firm Ro enlists Serena Williams as ambassador for weight-loss drugs
Telehealth company Ro has enlisted former tennis player Serena Williams as a celebrity patient ambassador for its weight-loss treatments, it said on Thursday.
Kyrgios withdraws from US Open, misses last three Grand Slams of 2025
Nick Kyrgios will not compete in the U.S. Open for a third consecutive year after withdrawing from the event, tournament organisers said on Thursday.