Shahida Jacobs

Iga Swiatek has become one of the first high-profile players to withdraw from the US Open mixed doubles event with the former world No 1 admitting her recent schedule has taken its toll.

Joao Fonseca has become the third men's seeded player to withdraw from the main draw of the US Open with the rising star out due to an abdomen injury.

Four players are in the running to be the post-US Open No 1 in the WTA Rankings with Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula joining the battle after the Cincinnati Open.

The US Open is the final Grand Slam on the 2026 tennis calendar and the event is shaping up to be an exciting one with Carlos Alcaraz looking to make a remarkable return from injury while there is a four-way battle for the No 1 spot in the WTA Rankings.

Aryna Sabalenka is the world No 1 and two-time defending champion at the US Open, but not too many pundits are backing her to win this year's title with the likes of Iga Swiatek and Coco Gauff getting the nod instead.

Elena Rybakina is hopeful that she will be fit for the US Open after sustaining a leg injury, but she also admitted that it is important not to rush her return to action.

Novak Djokovic 's US Open mixed doubles campaign with Aryna Sabalenka didn't go according to plan and now concerns have been raised about his fitness ahead of the singles tournament.

Just over six months ago, Coco Gauff felt that the hard work she was putting in with her serve was not paying off, but the tide appears to have turned as things clicked at the Cincinnati Open, giving her a big boost ahead of the US Open.

Alex Eala's rise up the WTA Rankings this year is showcased by her outstanding record against the top-10 players as she has the second-best win percentage on the WTA Tour in 2026.

Aryna Sabalenka will be a woman under pressure at the 2026 US Open as she has a lot of points to defend, while there is better news for Elena Rybakina, Coco Gauff, Iga Swiatek and Alex Eala.