Sabalenka hopes to break US Open jinx on defending champions
NEW YORK :World number one Aryna Sabalenka is hoping she can use the lessons she has learned during a tough season to become the first repeat U.S. Open women's champion in over a decade.
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Australian Open champion Keys enters US Open with weight off her back
World number six Madison Keys said on Friday she comes into the U.S. Open with less pressure and more freedom after finally capturing her long-awaited first Grand Slam title earlier this year in Australia.
Games-Paraguay's sporting dreams take shape with Junior Pan Ams and 2031 bid
Paraguay has launched an ambitious bid to host the 2031 Pan American Games, using this month's Junior Pan Ams as a high-stakes dress rehearsal, Olympic Committee president Camilo Perez said — aiming to emerge as the region's next sporting hub.
Santos appoint Vojvoda as new coach until 2026
Santos have hired Juan Pablo Vojvoda as their new coach on a deal until 2026 after they dismissed Cleber Xavier, the Brazilian club said on Friday.
All eyes on Sinner and Alcaraz at US Open but Djokovic can spring a surprise
BENGALURU :Defending champion Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz are aiming for a third successive Grand Slam final meeting when they take their high-voltage rivalry to the U.S. Open while Novak Djokovic looks to foil the new generation as he hunts a 25th major.
No Lukaku? No excuse, says Napoli manager Conte
Serie A champions Napoli begin their title defence without their top scorer from last season after Romelu Lukaku's injury, but manager Antonio Conte said on Friday that his players could handle anything and would not be looking for excuses.
US Open 2025 prize money: how much do the winners get?
The four Grand Slams offer a trophy and place in the history books as well as significant prize money. Here is what you need to know about the prize pot on offer at the U.S. Open 2025, the fourth and final major of the year:
Champions Sabalenka, Swiatek, Gauff ready to face rising talent at US Open
NEW YORK :A clash of generations and styles will be on display when the U.S. Open kicks off on Sunday, with past and present champions Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff leading the field in a wide open women's draw.