US Open 2026: A Tennis Spectacular

Carlos Alcaraz is making a big comeback at the US Open 2026 after being out for four months due to a wrist injury. As the defending champion, he will aim to defend his title in the final Grand Slam of the year. The tournament kicks off on Sunday, August 30.

This year’s US Open is packed with exciting players and moments. Novak Djokovic, who already has 24 Grand Slam titles, is chasing history. He wants to win his 25th major title, which would break Margaret Court’s record. Djokovic last won the US Open in 2023 and has reached the final a remarkable 10 times. Now at 39, he will face tough challenges but remains a strong contender.

The Williams sisters, Venus and Serena, are making a special return to doubles play for the first time since 2022. They have been given wild cards to compete together, adding excitement to the women’s doubles competition. Their reunion is a major highlight of the tournament.

Aryna Sabalenka is another star to watch. She has won two straight titles at Flushing Meadows and is aiming for a third, which would make her the first woman since Serena Williams in 2012–2014 to achieve this feat. Her success makes her a top contender for the title.

The US Open also boasts the largest prize pool ever offered—$108 million. The singles champions will each earn $5.5 million, while even players in the first round get $140,000. This record-breaking prize money adds extra intensity to every match.

With Alcaraz’s return, Djokovic’s historic chase, the Williams sisters’ doubles debut, and Sabalenka’s quest for three straight titles, the 2026 US Open promises to be unforgettable. Don’t miss the action starting Sunday, August 30 on JioHotstar and Star Sports.