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Sept 7, 2022; Flushing, NY, USA; Carlos Alcaraz of Spain after beating Jannik Sinner of Italy on day ten of the 2022 U.S. Open tennis tournament at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
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Sept 7, 2022; Flushing, NY, USA; Carlos Alcaraz of Spain after beating Jannik Sinner of Italy on day ten of the 2022 U.S. Open tennis tournament at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
The US Open is about to start as fans prepare themselves for the final grand slam of the year. While Carlos Alcaraz will be looking to defend his title, Novak Djokovic will be certainly looking to claim his 24th grand slam of his career. When it comes to the women’s section, Iga Swiatek might well be the formidable one but will have to face some serious competition from America’s favorite Coco Gauff. The young American prodigy is in red-hot form going into the US Open with recent victories at the Citi Open and the Cincinnati Masters. However, there is a big surprise that the tournament has in store for the fans.
US Open keeps a big secret hidden from the fans
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Get ready for a tennis extravaganza in New York City as the highly anticipated U.S. Open kicks off! Tennis fans are in for a treat as the gates of the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center will soon swing open, inviting all to witness the electrifying action of the U.S. Open’s fan week. Originating in 2017 and making a triumphant return last year, this year’s fan week promises another round of exhilarating moments.
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If you’re in New York, hop onto the 7 train, disembark at the Mets-Willets Point stop, or catch the Port Washington Branch of the LIRR from Penn Station – it’s a breeze to reach the tennis center. The best part? No tickets are required. Simply arrive and immerse yourself in the pre-tournament madness.
US Open Fan Week is the best thing any tournament does all year.
Let's fans in for free and they get to not only see Qualifying, but free practice sessions with the top players. https://t.co/Lc1OZ5Lpgx
— Tennis Updates (@TennisUpdates23) August 21, 2023
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With 2023 marking yet another return of Fan Week, the U.S. Open continues its tradition of bringing the sport closer to its enthusiasts. So mark your calendar, assemble your friends and family, and make your way to the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center for an unforgettable week of tennis passion, camaraderie, and raw talent – all for free!
Adding to this, former players like James Blake have also stood up in support of the great initiative and said that it is a lot of fun to watch the matches there.
Former world no. 4 speaks about the US Open’s fan week
Speaking about the great initiative, James Blake tells the fans that it is great fun to watch the matches there. He also highlighted that he has been a frequent visitor there and has witnessed some of the top names in action.
“It’s a ton of fun,” James Blake told Town & Country of fan week. “I was a fan first of the U.S. Open before I was a player; I love being here. And now fans can come out for free to see some of the greats practicing and some great matches.”
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Sep 3, 2021; Flushing, NY, USA; Carlos Alcaraz of Spain (left) meets Stefanos Tsitsipas of Greece at the net after defeating Tsitsipas on day five of the 2021 U.S. Open tennis tournament at USTA Billie King National Tennis Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports
Thus, with the tournament just about to commence, fans can expect lots of drama as some of the top names like Novak Djokovic, Daniil Medvedev and others take on some of the best forces in a quest to win the prestigious title. Also, the initiative offers fans with a wonderful experience to watch all the qualifying matches and share the intensity, absolutely free.
