The 2024 US Open is going to be a tough competition!
The US Open Tennis Championships, often referred to simply as the US Open, is an annual hardcourt tournament held in Queens, New York. As the fourth and final Grand Slam of the year, it follows the Australian Open, the French Open, and Wimbledon. This year’s event runs from August 26 to September 8, 2024. Let's highlight the key players to watch in the Men's singles draw.
Current World No. 1, Jannik Sinner, kicked off the year in spectacular form, capturing the Australian Open title and several other ATP tour victories. However, his momentum slowed during the summer due to injury setbacks. Now, the Italian star has made a powerful comeback, winning the Cincinnati Open ATP Masters title with a straight-sets victory over Frances Tiafoe. Heading into this year’s US Open, Sinner appears to be in top shape and is a strong contender for his second Grand Slam title.
World No. 2 Novak Djokovic is showing solid form despite undergoing knee surgery after the French Open. Remarkably, just weeks into his recovery, the Serbian star reached the Wimbledon finals and secured an Olympic gold at the Paris Olympics. Already hailed as the 'Greatest of All Time,' Djokovic is a leading contender for the US Open, where he could make history by surpassing Margaret Court with a record 25th singles Grand Slam title.
Carlos Alcaraz, world No. 3 and Spanish tennis sensation, has become a household name in the sport. At just 21 years old, he has already claimed Grand Slam titles on all surfaces. This year has been exceptional for the Spaniard, with victories at the French Open and Wimbledon, as well as an Olympic silver medal. Alcaraz is a formidable force and is poised to make a deep run at the US Open this year.
World No. 10 Alex De Minaur began the season strong, reaching the quarterfinals at both the Australian Open and Wimbledon. Known for his energy and speed, De Minaur has the ability to outlast and outmanoeuvre his opponents. With nine ATP Singles titles under his belt, he's on the verge of making a significant impact in the Grand Slams. A fully fit De Minaur poses a serious threat to any top-ranked player and could be a formidable contender for the title this year.
World No. 4 Alex Zverev is a strong contender for the US Open title. The tall, athletic German boasts a powerful serve and a game well-suited to the hard courts of Queens, New York. After reaching his first Grand Slam final at the French Open earlier this year, Zverev has the talent and potential to take the next step and claim his first Grand Slam title at the US Open.
World No. 5 Daniil Medvedev is a formidable hard-hitting player with a strong affinity for hard courts. A former US Open champion in 2021 and last year's finalist, Medvedev has been one of the most consistent performers on this surface in recent years. With his skill set and experience, he's well-equipped to replicate his 2021 success and secure his second US Open title.
World No. 13 Ben Shelton reached the semi-finals of the US Open last year, showcasing his talent with a stellar run that included victories over fellow Americans Tommy Paul and Frances Tiafoe before falling to eventual champion Djokovic. With the support of a passionate American crowd, Shelton has the potential to surprise many and make another deep run at this year's US Open.
Francis Tiafoe, Jack Draper, and Hubert Hurkacz can also be considered among the contenders for the US Open!
