U.S. Open 2026 Day One Breakdown | Entertainment and Celebrity News

The 2026 U.S. Open is roaring into action at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, with defending champ Aryna Sabalenka back in pursuit of glory and Carlos Alcaraz already making waves—playing mixed doubles with Serena Williams while targeting top seed Alexander Zverev. Venus Williams returns as a wild card after last year’s early exit, aiming for redemption against Sofia Kenin. Day one delivered a packed slate: women’s singles featuring stars like Jessica Pegula and rising talents, men’s matches headlined by Daniil Medvedev and Novak Djokovic. The tournament runs through Sunday, September 13th, streaming on ESPN+ and Fubo, with all action on ESPN and ABC.

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