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2026 US Open Schedule of Play - All the Dates and Rounds in New York

john-eastwood
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Last updated: Fri 21 Aug 2026 11:10
The 2026 US Open is set to offer thrilling tennis action as the year's final Grand Slam event. Scheduled from August 23 to September 6 at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York, the tournament's main draw promises exciting matches as stars like Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka defend their titles. A series of qualifying rounds will kick off the event on August 18, leading up to the anticipated finals scheduled for September 5 and 6. Tennis enthusiasts can look forward to thrilling matches and memorable moments.
John Eastwood 21 Aug 2026
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  • 2026 US Open starts on Sunday 30 August
  • The men's final will be played on Sunday 13 September
Carlos Alcaraz Jannik Sinner trophy
Carlos Alcaraz beat Jannik Sinner in the 2025 US Open final (Getty)

The 2026 US Open is one of the highlights on the tennis calendar and the final Grand Slam of the year.

The 146th edition of the tournament is being played from 30 August to 13 September at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Cente in New York. Qualifiers are contested from 23 to 27 August.

Carlos Alcaraz is the defending champion after defeating Jannik Sinner in the 2025 final. Aryna Sabalenka has won the previous two women's events.

Schedule


DayDateEvents
1 Sunday 30 August First Round Matches
2 Monday 31 August First Round Matches
3 Tuesday 1 September First Round Matches
4 Wednesday 2 September Second Round Matches
5 Thursday 3 September Second Round Matches
6 Friday 4 September Third Round Matches
7 Saturday 5 September Third Round Matches
8 Sunday 6 September Round of 16
9 Monday 7 September Round of 16
10 Tuesday 8 September Quarterfinals
11 Wednesday 9 September Quarterfinals
12 Thursday 10 September Women's Semifinals
13 Friday 11 September Men's Semifinals
14 Saturday 12 September Women's Final
15 Sunday 13 September Men's Final

2026 US Open Schedule of Play FAQ

  • When does 2026 US Open start?

    The 2026 US Open main draw starts on Sunday 30 August.

  • When is 2026 US Open being played?

    The 2026 US Open is being played from Sunday 30 August to Sunday 13 September.

  • When is the 2026 US Open men's final?

    The 2026 US Open men's final will be played on Sunday 13 September.

  • Where is US Open played?

    The US Open is played at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Cente in New York, United States.

                                                                
john-eastwood
John Eastwood

Sports Editor • 20+ years betting experience

Graduated from the University of Portsmouth in 2008 with a BA in English Literature before completing MA in Journalism. Began his career as a sports journalist in London before moving to the Middle East to work as a sports editor for national media companies in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Favourite Sports: Tennis, Boxing, Golf.


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