The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
At the U.S. Open, players’ dogs are a key part of the entourage, and they have the run of the place.
Category: Billie Jean King National Tennis Center
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Westminster Dog Show 2024: Photos From Behind the Scenes
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
A look at the action in Queens as the annual dog show takes over the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.
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At the U.S. Open, a Tennis Reporter on Familiar Grounds
The New York Times – Sports:
Matthew Futterman, a Sports journalist, reflects on his many years attending, and later, covering, the Grand Slam tournament in Flushing, Queens.
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Naomi Osaka Makes U.S. Open Return. But Not for Tennis.
The New York Times – Sports:
Osaka, the four-time Grand Slam singles champion, has taken breaks from tennis for her mental health and to start a family, but she is aiming to compete again in 2024.
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This Year’s U.S. Open Belongs to Coco Gauff, Win or Lose
The New York Times – Sports:
It has become clear that Gauff, at age 19, is the queen of this U.S. Open.
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At 19, Coco Gauff Is the Veteran Player in Her U.S. Open Matchup
The New York Times – Sports:
Coco Gauff, at 19, was three years older than her latest opponent in the tournament, Mirra Andreeva, who turned professional last year.
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Life at a Grand Slam: What You Don’t See on TV at the U.S. Open
The New York Times – Sports:
The commute, the fight for court time and the sponsorship commitments make the life of a tennis player demanding during this tournament.
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A Field Guide to the 2023 U.S. Open
The New York Times – Sports:
Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek will try to defend their singles titles, but the likes of Novak Djokovic, Frances Tiafoe, Ons Jabeur and Coco Gauff won’t make it easy.
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In Tennis, a Higher Ranking Means Better Perks
The New York Times – Sports:
Higher-ranked players tend to get the perks, like the better practice courts. The lower-ranked must make do.