U.S. Open Fan Week: Free Tennis, Player Access, and New Events

U.S. Open Fan Week Overview

• 🗓️ U.S. Open Fan Week returns, offering six days of free world-class tennis and entertainment for all ages, starting Monday, August 18th.
• 🎯 The event aims to provide great access for tennis fans, making it feel like week one of the U.S. Open with opportunities to watch the qualifying tournament and see players practicing.

Featured Events and Entertainment

• 🎤 A stage in Fountain Plaza will host player appearances and even tennis podcasts filming live, enhancing the entertainment factor.
• 🎧 A new silent disco is being introduced to provide a fun, music-filled experience without disturbing the ongoing tennis matches.

Mixed Doubles Championship Spotlight

• 🏆 The mixed doubles championship will be held in week one during Fan Week, receiving the spotlight it deserves with a $1 million prize on the line.
• ⭐ Top players like Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek, and Ben Shelton and Taylor Townsend, are expected to participate.
• 🏟️ Matches will be played in two stadiums: Arthur Ashe Stadium (ticketed) and Louis Armstrong Stadium (free access).

Accessibility and Fan Experience

• 🎟️ Fan Week remains free and accessible, allowing fans onto the grounds to enjoy various activities and up-close access to top players.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The event includes family activities alongside the professional tennis events, catering to a wide audience.