Former World No.1 Victoria Azarenka [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/victoria-azarenka/] continued her amazing form with a gritty win over 20th seed Karolína Muchová to advance into the quarterfinals of US Open 2020. [https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/Azarenka-US-Open-2020.jpg] VICTORIA AZARENKA ON WTA’S RULE CHANGE IN 2019 In her post-match press conference [https://www.usopen.org/en_US/news/interviews/2020-09-08/2020-09-08_interview_victoria_azarenka_round_of_16.html], Azarenka commented on the rule change that had allowed Tsvetana Pironkova to take a longer break from the Tour due to her pregnancy. While Azarenka had returned just 7 months following the birth of her child, a change in WTA rules in 2019 allowed Pironkova a three-year break. “No, I don’t think so. I don’t think I would change anything for me personally. I’m glad that our women have this protection. I’m not the only one who fought for that, but one of the players who fought for this rule that we are more protected and feel more comfortable because it’s such a life-changing experience that you have.” THE GRAND SLAM OF THE MOTHERS Azarenka has reached her first Grand Slam quarterfinal since 2016 and also her first Grand Slam quarterfinal since giving birth. Going into the quarters of the US Open, Azarenka joins other fellow mothers in Serena Williams [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/serena-williams/] and Tsvetana Pironkova. This is the first time in Grand Slam history that three mothers have made it through to the quarterfinals. Victoria Azarenka [http://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/381f3.jpg] Azarenka also pointed out the hardships involved in coming back on the tour from childbirth and is proud to have such support for the players. “To find that balance to be able to go out there ready to play, physically be ready, mentally be ready, I think it’s just a better opportunity for players to take that break if they want to, if that’s their choice. I’m pretty proud that we have that protection for players. I hope it was beneficial to her. Seems like it is.” Azarenka will play Elise Mertens in the quarterfinal tomorrow. The winner of this match will play against the winner of the match between Serena Williams and Tsvetana Pironkova. of Motherhood on Her Game [http://www.essentiallysports.com/you-have-a-responsibility-victoria-azarenka-discloses-the-impact-of-motherhood-on-her-game-wta-tennis-news/] 

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<p class="p1">The final Grand Slam of the year, United States Open Tennis Championships gets underway in the Big Apple, New York City. The US Open 2020 will be the 140th edition of the tournament.</p>
<p class="p1">The event will be taking place under unplayable situations as the city of New York has been one of the epic centers of coronavirus. Also, the COVID-19 cases in the US are escalating.</p>

<h2 class="p3"><b>Is the 2020 US Open Cancelled?</b></h2>
<p class="p1">The 2020 edition of the tournament will be held under the blanket of coronavirus pandemic. The event issued no statements about canceling it. USTA has been stern with their decision to go ahead with the tournament, also New York's mayor has announced US Open will take place.</p>
<img class="alignnone wp-image-325214 size-full" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20200727133821/US-Open-4.jpg" alt="" width="1250" height="625" />
<p class="p1">The only major change this year will be, the event will take place behind closed doors, i.e., the audience will not be allowed in the sporting arena. Also, the players have to abide by strict rules and regulations laid down by the organizing committee.</p>

<h2 class="p3"><b>Will the US Open be held in 2020?</b></h2>
<p class="p1">Yes, it will be held as per the schedule. However, there are chances that the event might be called off at the end moment if New York's mayor announces the situations are unplayable.</p>

<h2 class="p3"><b>US Open 2020 defending champions </b></h2>
<p class="p3">In the men’s domain World Number two <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/rafael-nadal/"><span class="s1">Rafael Nadal</span></a> is the defending champion, but he might not present at the tournament since he has committed to play Madrid Open, which starts one day after the conclusion of the US Open.</p>
<p class="p3">On the women’s side, <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/bianca-andreescu/"><span class="s1">Bianca Andreescu</span></a> will be the defending champion in New York.</p>
<img class="alignnone wp-image-211183 size-full" src="http://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/sp25-Bianca-Andreescu.jpg" alt="" width="1200" height="675" />
<p class="p3">Elise Mertens and <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/aryna-sabalenka/">Aryna Sabalenka</a> are women’s doubles defending champions. Colombians <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Robert_Farah_(tennis)"><span class="s1">Robert Farah</span></a> and  <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Juan_Sebasti%C3%A1n_Cabal"><span class="s1">Juan Sebastián Caba</span></a>l are defending champions on the men’s doubles track.</p>
<p class="p3">The Brit-American pair Bethanie Mattek-Sands and Jamie Murray held the US Open crown in 2019 in the mixed doubles category.</p>

<h2 class="p3"><b>Where would the 2020 US Open be held?</b></h2>
<p class="p1">As usual, the tournament will be held at Flushing Meadows, also this year <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/tennis/western-and-southern-open-2019/">Cincinnati Open</a> will be held on the same site a week before the commencement of the US Open.</p>
<p class="p1">Big Apple's major tournament takes place at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center is a stadium complex within Flushing Meadows–Corona, Park in Queens, New York, USA.</p>

<h2 class="p3"><b>US Open 2020 Prize Money</b></h2>
<p class="p1">The total prize money for US Open is $57 million, which makes it the richest Grand Slam tennis tournament in history.  The men’s and women’s singles champion will receive a check of $3.85 million and the runners-up will collect a cheque of $1.9 million.</p>

<h2 class="p3"><b>US Open 2020 Schedule</b></h2>
<p class="p1">The tournament is set to get underway on August 31, 2020, and the matches will be concluded on September 11, 2020. The tennis matches will begin at 11 AM (Eastern Time). Since the US Open is well-equipped with floodlights, the night session matches are also carried out.</p>
<p class="p1">Usually, the US Open takes place during the last week of August and the first week of September. In 2020, the event was scheduled one week later than its regular schedule due to the previously scheduled Tokyo Olympics.</p>
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<p class="p1">Also, right after its conclusion, the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/tennis/french-open-2019/">French Open</a> will start in two weeks' time in Paris. Consequently, the US Major will lose out on players as they considering playing in the French Major instead of the Open.</p>

<h2 class="p3"><b>Which channels are showing US Open?</b></h2>
<p class="p1">Global - Tennis TV</p>
<p class="p1">United States - ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN+</p>
<p class="p1">Australia – ESPN International</p>
<p class="p1">United Kingdom – Amazon Prime Video</p>
<p class="p1">Europe – Eurosport</p>
<p class="p1">Canada – RDS (French) &amp; TSN (English)</p>
<p class="p1">Pan-Asia region – Fox Sports</p>
<p class="p1">Indian Subcontinent – Star Sports Select</p>
<p class="p1">Southern Africa – SuperSport</p>

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The final Grand Slam of the year, United States Open Tennis Championships gets underway in the Big Apple, New York City. The US Open 2020 will be the 140th edition of the tournament. The event will be taking place under unplayable situations as the city of New York has been one of the epic centers of coronavirus. Also, the COVID-19 cases in the US are escalating. Is the 2020 US Open Cancelled? The 2020 edition of the tournament will be held under the blanket of coronavirus pandemic. The event issued no statements about canceling it. USTA has been stern with their decision to go ahead with the tournament, also New York&#8217;s mayor has announced US Open will take place. The only major change this year will be, the event will take place behind closed doors, i.e., the audience will not be allowed in the sporting arena. Also, the players have to abide by strict rules and regulations laid down by the organizing committee. Will the US Open be held in 2020? Yes, it will be held as per the schedule. However, there are chances that the event might be called off at the end moment if New York&#8217;s mayor announces the situations are unplayable. US Open 2020 defending champions In the men’s domain World Number two Rafael Nadal is the defending champion, but he might not present at the tournament since he has committed to play Madrid Open, which starts one day after the conclusion of the US Open. On the women’s side, Bianca Andreescu will be the defending champion in New York. Elise Mertens and Aryna Sabalenka are women’s doubles defending champions. Colombians Robert Farah and  Juan Sebastián Cabal are defending champions on the men’s doubles track. The Brit-American pair Bethanie Mattek-Sands and Jamie Murray held the US Open crown in 2019 in the mixed doubles category. Where would the 2020 US Open be held? As usual, the tournament will be held at Flushing Meadows, also this year Cincinnati Open will be held on the same site a week before the commencement of the US Open. Big Apple&#8217;s major tournament takes place at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center is a stadium complex within Flushing Meadows–Corona, Park in Queens, New York, USA. US Open 2020 Prize Money The total prize money for US Open is $57 million, which makes it the richest Grand Slam tennis tournament in history.  The men’s and women’s singles champion will receive a check of $3.85 million and the runners-up will collect a cheque of $1.9 million. US Open 2020 Schedule The tournament is set to get underway on August 31, 2020, and the matches will be concluded on September 11, 2020. The tennis matches will begin at 11 AM (Eastern Time). Since the US Open is well-equipped with floodlights, the night session matches are also carried out. Usually, the US Open takes place during the last week of August and the first week of September. In 2020, the event was scheduled one week later than its regular schedule due to the previously scheduled Tokyo Olympics. Also, right after its conclusion, the French Open will start in two weeks&#8217; time in Paris. Consequently, the US Major will lose out on players as they considering playing in the French Major instead of the Open. Which channels are showing US Open? Global &#8211; Tennis TV United States &#8211; ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN+ Australia – ESPN International United Kingdom – Amazon Prime Video Europe – Eurosport Canada – RDS (French) &amp; TSN (English) Pan-Asia region – Fox Sports Indian Subcontinent – Star Sports Select Southern Africa – SuperSport

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<h3><strong>Victoria Azarenka 2021: Net Worth, Salary and Endorsement</strong></h3>
Belarusian tennis player Victoria Azarenka is a former WTA World Number one. She turned pro back in 2003.

[caption id="attachment_482807" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-482807" src="https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/GettyImages-1272812055.jpg" alt="Victoria Axarenka" width="1920" height="1280" /> ROME, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 16: Victoria Azarenka of Belarus celebrates in her round one match against Venus Williams of The United States during day three of the Internazionali BNL d'Italia at Foro Italico on September 16, 2020 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Riccardo Antimiani - Pool/Getty Images)[/caption]

After the 2017 Wimbledon, Victoria Azarenka and her then-boyfriend, Billy McKeague, were involved in a dispute over the custody of their son Leo.

As a result of the long custody battle, her tennis career took a backseat. She was even forced to withdraw from all tournaments in 2017.
<h3><strong>On-court Achievements</strong></h3>
As mentioned before, Victoria Azarenka is a former World Number one. She is also a two-time <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/tennis/australian-open/">Australian Open</a> champion, having won in 2012 and 2013.

With regard to the <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/tennis/french-open-2019/">French Open</a> and Wimbledon, her best results there have been semifinal runs. However, Victoria Azarenka is also a three-time finalist at the US Open, with the most recent appearance in 2020.

In both her first two finalist appearances in New York, she lost to <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/serena-williams/">Serena Williams</a>. In 2020, she lost to <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/naomi-osaka/">Naomi Osaka</a>.

Victoria Azarenka has 21 WTA titles in all, with 10 coming from WTA Premier and Premier 5 tournaments. Nine came from WTA Tour tournaments.

After her maternity hiatus, she reached the Wimbledon mixed doubles final. She won a doubles title at <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/tennis/italian-open/">Italian Open</a> 2019, where she teamed up with <a href="https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/ashleigh-barty/">Ash Barty</a>.

Azarenka and Barty also reached the US Open doubles final. Also, she reached the singles finals in Monterrey that year.


<h3>Azarenka's form leading up to the 2021 season</h3>
The 2020 season saw Azarenka's resurgence in tennis post the WTA Tour's resumption after the hiatus. She won the Western and Southern Open, and extended her run to the US Open final, defeating Serena Williams in the semi-final. In the final, she won the first set but lost the match to Naomi Osaka.

She also reached the Rome Masters quarter-final, defeating Sofia Kenin 6-0, 6-0 at the event.

Azarenka ended her season with a final at the Ostrava Open. The Belarusian star is currently at no. 13 in the WTA rankings.

[caption id="attachment_422862" align="alignnone" width="1920"]<img class="size-full wp-image-422862" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20201025203227/2020-09-27T110446Z_80845271_UP1EG9R0URYU1_RTRMADP_3_TENNIS-FRENCHOPEN-1.jpg" alt="Victoria Azarenka at French Open 2020" width="1920" height="1263" /> Tennis - French Open - Roland Garros, Paris, France - September 27, 2020 Belarus' Victoria Azarenka in action during her first round match against Montenegro's Danka Kovinic. REUTERS/Christian Hartmann[/caption]
<h3>Victoria Azarenka: Net worth 2021</h3>
Azarenka has earned $32,347,288 worth of prize-money over the course of her career so far. She has an <a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-athletes/richest-tennis/victoria-azarenka-net-worth/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">estimated</a> net worth of $20 million.
<h3><b><strong>Victoria Azarenka's </strong>Endorsements 2021</b></h3>
In August 2013, Azarenka was the fourth highest-paid female athlete according to Forbes. Vika had total earnings of $15.7 million between 2012–2013.

The Belarussian has been endorsed by <strong>Nike, Wilson, American Express, Citizen Watch, Six Star Pro Nutrition, Red Bull, InstaForex,</strong> and others.
<h3><strong>Foundation and Charity Work</strong></h3>
Like most of her rivals and contemporaries, Azarenka has played various exhibition matches for charity. One charity that she supports is the fight against gender violence.
<h3>How to contact Victoria Azarenka?</h3>
<strong>Twitter</strong> - <a href="https://twitter.com/vika7?s=17" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">@vika7</a>

<strong>Instagram</strong> - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/vichka35/?hl=en">Victoria Azarenka </a>
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<td width="319"><strong>Age</strong></td>
<td width="319">31</td>
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<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Marital Status</strong></td>
<td width="319">Single</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Spouse</strong></td>
<td width="319">None</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Residence</strong></td>
<td width="319">Manhattan Beach, California</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Nationality</strong></td>
<td width="319">Belarusian</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td width="319"><strong>Endorsements</strong></td>
<td width="319">Nike, Wilson, American Express, Citizen Watch, Red Bull, Six Star Pro Nutrition</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Victoria Azarenka

Victoria Azarenka 2021: Net Worth, Salary and Endorsement Belarusian tennis player Victoria Azarenka is a former WTA World Number one. She turned pro back in 2003. ROME, ITALY &#8211; SEPTEMBER 16: Victoria Azarenka of Belarus celebrates in her round one match against Venus Williams of The United States during day three of the Internazionali BNL d&#8217;Italia at Foro Italico on September 16, 2020 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Riccardo Antimiani &#8211; Pool/Getty Images) After the 2017 Wimbledon, Victoria Azarenka and her then-boyfriend, Billy McKeague, were involved in a dispute over the custody of their son Leo. As a result of the long custody battle, her tennis career took a backseat. She was even forced to withdraw from all tournaments in 2017. On-court Achievements As mentioned before, Victoria Azarenka is a former World Number one. She is also a two-time Australian Open champion, having won in 2012 and 2013. With regard to the French Open and Wimbledon, her best results there have been semifinal runs. However, Victoria Azarenka is also a three-time finalist at the US Open, with the most recent appearance in 2020. In both her first two finalist appearances in New York, she lost to Serena Williams. In 2020, she lost to Naomi Osaka. Victoria Azarenka has 21 WTA titles in all, with 10 coming from WTA Premier and Premier 5 tournaments. Nine came from WTA Tour tournaments. After her maternity hiatus, she reached the Wimbledon mixed doubles final. She won a doubles title at Italian Open 2019, where she teamed up with Ash Barty. Azarenka and Barty also reached the US Open doubles final. Also, she reached the singles finals in Monterrey that year. Azarenka&#8217;s form leading up to the 2021 season The 2020 season saw Azarenka&#8217;s resurgence in tennis post the WTA Tour&#8217;s resumption after the hiatus. She won the Western and Southern Open, and extended her run to the US Open final, defeating Serena Williams in the semi-final. In the final, she won the first set but lost the match to Naomi Osaka. She also reached the Rome Masters quarter-final, defeating Sofia Kenin 6-0, 6-0 at the event. Azarenka ended her season with a final at the Ostrava Open. The Belarusian star is currently at no. 13 in the WTA rankings. Tennis &#8211; French Open &#8211; Roland Garros, Paris, France &#8211; September 27, 2020 Belarus&#8217; Victoria Azarenka in action during her first round match against Montenegro&#8217;s Danka Kovinic. REUTERS/Christian Hartmann Victoria Azarenka: Net worth 2021 Azarenka has earned $32,347,288 worth of prize-money over the course of her career so far. She has an estimated net worth of $20 million. Victoria Azarenka&#8217;s Endorsements 2021 In August 2013, Azarenka was the fourth highest-paid female athlete according to Forbes. Vika had total earnings of $15.7 million between 2012–2013. The Belarussian has been endorsed by Nike, Wilson, American Express, Citizen Watch, Six Star Pro Nutrition, Red Bull, InstaForex, and others. Foundation and Charity Work Like most of her rivals and contemporaries, Azarenka has played various exhibition matches for charity. One charity that she supports is the fight against gender violence. How to contact Victoria Azarenka? Twitter &#8211; @vika7 Instagram &#8211; Victoria Azarenka   Age 31  Marital Status Single  Spouse None  Residence Manhattan Beach, California  Nationality Belarusian  Endorsements Nike, Wilson, American Express, Citizen Watch, Red Bull, Six Star Pro Nutrition

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