The numbers are in, and the verdict is clear: the 2024 US Open was a resounding success! In the tournament, we saw top players like Novak Djokovic, and Carlos Alcaraz’s initial round exits while also witnessing Jannik Sinner‘s maiden victory! Moreover, the USA’s home hope, Coco Gauff‘s third-round elimination, while her last year’s final-round opponent, Aryna Sabalenka‘s revenge by clinching the title, piqued fans’ interest. Now as the dust settles, a new milestone in the Flushing Meadows has come under the spotlight!

Fans who came from different corners of the world to watch Carlos Alcaraz, the French Open and Wimbledon winner, play his best game, had to go home disappointed. Alcaraz himself later admitted, “I couldn’t increase my level,” after his second-round upset in the Arthur Ashe Stadium. Along with him, Gauff’s loss to Emma Navarro in straight sets did come as a surprise to fans, while she herself confessed, “I expect better, but at the end of the day, it happened.” But thankfully, it did not dim the shine of the tournament.

The 2024 US Open set a new attendance record with over 1 million fans. This marked the first time the tournament surpassed the seven-figure mark. The increase from 2023 was 8%, with a total of 1,048,669 fans attending over three weeks. The main draw alone attracted 832,640 fans, a new high. The success was partly due to the inaugural seven-day Fan Week, which welcomed 219,000 fans, a 37% increase from the previous year.

The US Open’s inaugural Fan Fest was a highlight of the main draw. Grounds pass holders enjoyed exclusive activities and a Finals Fan Viewing Party inside Louis Armstrong Stadium. The viewing party included live coverage of celebrity arrivals and both singles finals.

Furthermore, former players like Garbine Muguruza, and Bethanie Mattek-Sands, along with many former top ten players, made for a star-studded event during that week! And not to forget the ‘US Open Block Party (opened by DJ Millie and DJ D-Nice),’ where fans danced throughout the night without spending a dime on tickets. Along with that, the ‘Arthur Ashe Kids’ Day also attracted a record 47,875 fans to some fun and entertaining family and sport activities with some ‘sports-comedy’ (by Dude Perfect) time as well! 

Along with fans, players enjoyed the energizing atmosphere of the stadium, and Carlos Alcaraz’s earlier statements hint at the same!

Carlos Alcaraz on the “crazy” energy of New York

Following a disheartening Paris Olympics result where he ended up as a runner-up, Carlos Alcaraz tried to regain his confidence in Cincinnati. But an opening round bye from the tournament further pulled him back. The World No. 3 had his hopes high when he came to the Flushing Meadows and a first-round win in a stadium where he drew some added energy from the crowd further raised his belief in himself.

“I enjoy every single time I play here in New York. It is one of the most electric crowds I play in front of. For me, it’s a huge honor to play here once again.” He earlier admitted, “New York, it’s crazy. I love playing here. The crowd gives you an energy that probably you don’t feel in other courts.”

Moreover, his stroll around the city after his matches caught fans’ attention as well. However, now, Carlitos is on a journey of self-healing after a major upset in the US Open. But one thing is clear: The fans of the tournament have had an entertaining experience in one of tennis’ biggest events this year!