Over the past few weeks, there has been a lot of drama surrounding the 2025 US Open mixed doubles. Talking about the sole reason behind this revamp, the USTA said, “The goal [is] driving greater awareness for this storied competition, giving fans both in attendance and across the globe the opportunity to see tennis’ biggest stars—both men and women—compete side-by-side for a US Open Grand Slam title.” However, there were a few doubles specialists like Jan Zielinski, Ellen Perez, and the Italian duo, Sara Errani-Andrea Vavassori, who raised their eyebrows seeing this star-studded event. Amid all these, we also saw plenty of withdrawals…
Players like Emma Navarro, Paula Badosa, and Tommy Paul have already withdrawn their names from the mixed doubles event at the US Open. Navarro decided to compete in Monterrey, Mexico, next week instead of playing in this event, while Badosa has still been nursing her back injury. Tommy Paul? Well, coming off an injury, Paul has decided to prioritize singles preparations. Following their withdrawals, we saw Jessica Pegula joining hands with her new doubles partner, Jack Draper. Jasmine Paolini and Lorenzo Musetti have moved into the draw via direct entry as a result of withdrawals and repairs. Jannik Sinner has re-paired with 10-time doubles champion Katerina Siniakova.
But as things stand, danger looms for the superstar duo, Carlos Alcaraz and Emma Raducanu! The reimagined mixed doubles tournament at the 2025 US Open will be played on Tuesday, August 19, and Wednesday, August 20, at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, with $1 million in prize money being awarded to the winners of this event. Just a few hours ago, the US Open announced the full 16-team field and the draw for the blockbuster event. As per the draw, Carlos Alcaraz and Emma Raducanu will have to face Jack Draper and Jessica Pegula in their first match!
The US Open Mixed Doubles Championship draw is set! pic.twitter.com/FntRmId9R0
— US Open Tennis (@usopen) August 17, 2025
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