15 Days of Championship Tennis

Experience the final Grand Slam of 2025 with expanded format and world-class competition

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The 2025 US Open runs from SundayAugust 24 to SundaySeptember 72025 — marking the first time in tournament history featuring a historic 15-day format. Defending champions Jannik Sinner (men) and Aryna Sabalenka (women) will return to the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing MeadowsNew York.

This comprehensive guide covers all session timesTV coverageand ticket information for the final Grand Slam of 2025.

Last updated: August 142025 | Source: WTA Tour & Official US Open

2025 US Open Quick Facts

Tournament Info Details
Dates August 24 - September 72025 (15 days)
Venue USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis CenterQueensNY
Defending Champions Jannik Sinner (Men)Aryna Sabalenka (Women)
Prize Money $90 million total ($5.0 M for the singles champions)
Session Times Day: 11 AM/12 PM | Night: 7 PM
TV Coverage ESPN networks exclusiveESPN+ streaming

Complete 2025 US Open Schedule by Day

The 2025 tournament introduces a groundbreaking 15-day format with Round 1 matches spread across three days instead of two. The Official Order of Play is released each evening for the following day. All times are Eastern Time (ET).

"The extended 15-day format represents a significant evolution in Grand Slam tennisallowing players more recovery time between matches while providing fans with an additional day of world-class tennis action."
— Robert J. WoodPhDFounder of Topend Sports
Jump to: Week 1 Week 2 Finals

Day 1: SundayAugust 24 (Historic 15-Day Format Begins)

Rounds: Men's & Women's 1st Round

Day Session: 11:00 AM ET (Armstrong/Grandstand)12:00 PM ET (Ashe)

Evening Session: 7:00 PM ET

TV Coverage: ESPNESPN2ESPN+

Gates Open: 9:30 AM ET

Day 2: MondayAugust 25

Rounds: Men's & Women's 1st Round

Day Session: 11:00 AM ET (Armstrong/Grandstand)12:00 PM ET (Ashe)

Evening Session: 7:00 PM ET

TV Coverage: ESPNESPN2ESPN+

Notes: Peak first-round action with 64 singles matches

Day 3: TuesdayAugust 26

Rounds: Men's & Women's 1st Round (Final Day)

Day Session: 11:00 AM ET (Armstrong/Grandstand)12:00 PM ET (Ashe)

Evening Session: 7:00 PM ET

TV Coverage: ESPNESPN2ESPN+

Notes: Completing 128-player draws in both singles

Day 4: WednesdayAugust 27

Rounds: Men's & Women's 2nd Round

Day Session: 11:00 AM ET (Armstrong/Grandstand)12:00 PM ET (Ashe)

Evening Session: 7:00 PM ET

TV Coverage: ESPNESPN2ESPN+

Day 5: ThursdayAugust 28

Rounds: Men's & Women's 2nd Round

Day Session: 11:00 AM ET (Armstrong/Grandstand)12:00 PM ET (Ashe)

Evening Session: 7:00 PM ET

TV Coverage: ESPNESPN2ESPN+

Day 6: FridayAugust 29

Rounds: Men's & Women's 3rd Round

Day Session: 11:00 AM ET (Armstrong/Grandstand)12:00 PM ET (Ashe)

Evening Session: 7:00 PM ET

TV Coverage: ESPNESPN2ESPN+

Notes: Round of 32featuring top seeds in action

Day 7: SaturdayAugust 30

Rounds: Men's & Women's 3rd Round

Day Session: 11:00 AM ET (Armstrong/Grandstand)12:00 PM ET (Ashe)

Evening Session: 7:00 PM ET

TV Coverage: ESPNESPN2ESPN+

Day 8: SundayAugust 31

Rounds: Men's & Women's Round of 16

Day Session: 11:00 AM ET (Armstrong/Grandstand)12:00 PM ET (Ashe)

Evening Session: 7:00 PM ET

TV Coverage: ESPNESPN2ESPN+

Notes: Second week beginselite sixteen players remain

Day 9: MondaySeptember 1 (Labor Day)

Rounds: Men's & Women's Round of 16

Day Session: 11:00 AM ET (Armstrong/Grandstand)12:00 PM ET (Ashe)

Evening Session: 7:00 PM ET

TV Coverage: ESPNESPN2ESPN+

Notes: Labor Day holidayexpect large crowds

Day 10: TuesdaySeptember 2

Rounds: Men's & Women's Quarterfinals

Day Session: 11:00 AM ET (Armstrong)12:00 PM ET (Ashe)

Evening Session: 7:00 PM ET

TV Coverage: ESPNESPN2ESPN+

Notes: Elite eight competitions begintop half of draws compete

Day 11: WednesdaySeptember 3

Rounds: Men's & Women's Quarterfinals

Day Session: 11:00 AM ET (Armstrong)12:00 PM ET (Ashe)

Evening Session: 7:00 PM ET

TV Coverage: ESPNESPN2ESPN+

Notes: Bottom half of draws competefinal four determined

Day 12: ThursdaySeptember 4

Rounds: Women's Semifinals

Session Times: TBD (typically afternoon and evening)

TV Coverage: ESPN (primetime coverage)

Gates Open: 11:00 AM ET

Day 13: FridaySeptember 5

Rounds: Men's Semifinals & Doubles Finals

Day Session: 12:00 PM ET

Evening Session: 7:00 PM ET

TV Coverage: ESPN (primetime coverage)

Notes: Final four men's players compete

Day 14: SaturdaySeptember 6

Events: Women's Singles Final & Mixed Doubles Final

Session Time: 2:00 PM ET (Women's Final)

TV Coverage: ESPN (live national broadcast)

Notes: Women's championship match

Day 15: SundaySeptember 7 (Championship Sunday)

Events: Men's Singles Final

Session Time: 2:00 PM ET

TV Coverage: ESPN (live national broadcast)

Notes: Tournament finale with men's championship

How to Watch the 2025 US Open

ESPN holds exclusive US broadcasting rights through 2037 under a 12-year$2.04 billion agreement. The network provides comprehensive coverage across multiple platforms for one of the major sporting events of 2025.

Television Broadcast

  • ESPN - Main tournament coverage and marquee matches
  • ESPN2 - Secondary court coverage and extended hours
  • ESPNEWS - News updates and highlight packages
  • ABC - Weekend finals and semifinals (potential)

Streaming Options

  • ESPN+ - $10.99/month or $109.99/year with all courts coverage
  • Hulu + Live TV - Includes ESPN channels ($76.99/month)
  • YouTube TV - ESPN package included ($72.99/month)
  • Sling TV - ESPN available in Orange package ($40/month)

International Coverage

  • United Kingdom: Sky Sports
  • Canada: TSN
  • Australia: Channel 9
  • Global: Nearly 200 countries via regional partners

Tournament Venue & Getting There

USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center

The tournament takes place at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows-Corona ParkQueensNew York City. The facility has undergone $600 million in renovationsincluding retractable roofs on both Arthur Ashe and Louis Armstrong stadiums.

Arthur Ashe Stadium

23,771 seats - World's largest tennis stadium with retractable roof

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Louis Armstrong Stadium

14,053 seats - Features retractable roof for weather protection

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Grandstand & Court 17

8,125 & 2,800 seats - Intimate venues for exciting matches

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Transportation

Recommended: Take the 7 subway train or Long Island Rail Road to Mets-Willets Point Station. The subway ride from Grand Central takes approximately 20 minutes and costs $2.90.

Driving: Parking is available for $40 (cars) and $50 (buses)though public transportation is strongly encouraged.

Gate Times

  • Day Sessions: Gates open 9:30 AM ET
  • Night Sessions: Gates open 6:00 PM ET

2025 US Open Tickets & Pricing

Tickets are available through Ticketmaster as the official partnerwith American Express early access beginning May 272025followed by general sales on May 30.

Ticket Types & Pricing

Venue Type Starting Price Features
Arthur Ashe Stadium Loge Seats ~$250 Premium seatingmain matches
Louis Armstrong Reserved Seats ~$150 Retractable rooftop matches
Grandstand Reserved Seats ~$100 Intimate settingquality matches
Grounds Pass General Admission ~$183 All field courtsGA at Armstrong/Grandstand

Premium Experiences

  • Arthur Ashe Suites: 20-person capacity with all-inclusive dining
  • Hospitality Packages: The Overlook1968 RoomUS Open Club
  • Courtside Seats: Premium pricingclosest to action

Defending Champions & 2025 Storylines

The 2025 tournament features compelling storylines as defending champions return to Flushing Meadows.

2024 Champions Defending Their Titles

  • Men's Singles: Jannik Sinner (Italy) - First Italian men's US Open champion in Open Era
  • Women's Singles: Aryna Sabalenka (Belarus) - Third Grand Slam titlehard-court specialist

American Contenders to Watch

The strongest US contingent in years features three American men in the ATP Top 10 for the first time since 2006:

  • Men: Taylor Fritz (#4)Ben Shelton (#6)Tommy Paul (#16)
  • Women: Coco Gauff (#2)Jessica Pegula (#4)Madison Keys (#6)

Rising Stars

  • Mirra Andreeva (Russia): 18 years oldWTA #5
  • Ben Shelton (USA): 22 years oldbreakthrough 2024 season

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the 2025 US Open?

The 2025 US Open runs from SundayAugust 24 to SundaySeptember 72025. This marks the first time in tournament history featuring a 15-day format instead of the traditional 14 days.

What time do US Open sessions start?

Day sessions start at noon on Arthur Ashe Stadium and 11:00 AM on Louis Armstrong Stadium and Grandstand. Night sessions begin at 7:00 PM. Gates open at 9:30 AM for day sessions and 6:00 PM for night sessions.

Who are the defending US Open champions?

The defending champions are Jannik Sinner (Italy) in men's singles and Aryna Sabalenka (Belarus) in women's singlesboth winners of the 2024 tournament. Sinner became the first Italian man to win the US Open in the Open Era.

How can I watch the US Open on TV?

ESPN has exclusive US broadcasting rights through 2037. Matches air on ESPNESPN2and ESPNEWSwith comprehensive streaming on ESPN+ ($10.99/month). All courts have dedicated streaming coverage during the tournament.

How much are US Open tickets?

Arthur Ashe Stadium Loge seats start around $250 for early rounds. Grounds passes average $183 and provide excellent value with access to all field courts and general admission areas at Armstrong and Grandstand stadiums.

Where is the US Open played?

The tournament is held at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows-Corona ParkQueensNew York City. The facility features 22 courtsincluding the world's largest tennis stadium (Arthur Ashe Stadium).

What makes the 2025 US Open historic?

The 2025 US Open introduces a groundbreaking 15-day format in tournament historyextending from the traditional 14-day schedule. This allows Round 1 matches to be spread across three days instead of tworeducing player congestion and providing fans with an extra day of championship tennis.