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How To Watch The U.S. Open Mixed Doubles Event

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How To Watch The U.S. Open Mixed Doubles Event

The U.S. Open Mixed Doubles Championship will feature 16 teams and run August 19–20 at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, with a mix of direct entrants and wildcard pairs led by high-profile teams such as Sinner/Siniakova. The field was finalized through a combination of direct rankings and Wild Card selections, accelerating travel for some players who must juggle other tournaments. Play begins Tuesday with rounds in two large arenas, followed by a Wednesday final that includes no-ad scoring and a 10-point tiebreaker in lieu of a third set, culminating in a $1 million prize for the victors. The event will be broadcast across ESPN properties in a multi-channel schedule staying aligned with the Open’s broader media plan. Looking ahead, the championship promises high-profile matchups and strategic tweaks to format that could influence momentum for players across singles and doubles standings.

Dive Deeper:

  • The championship takes place on August 19–20 at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, featuring 16 teams in a single mixed doubles draw.

  • The final field includes a mix of direct entrants based on combined singles rankings and wildcard pairs, with notable names such as Jannik Sinner/Katerina Siniakova (wild card) and Naomi Osaka/Gael Monfils (wild card).

  • Two-time U.S. Open singles champion Naomi Osaka and former semifinalist Gael Monfils received a wildcard, while other direct entries include Madison Keys/Frances Tiafoe and Andrey Rublev/Karolina Muchova.

  • The first two rounds unfold on Tuesday, with matches spanning Arthur Ashe and Louis Armstrong Stadiums; Louis Armstrong matches are accessible via the Fan Access Pass.

  • Match formats through the semifinals use no-ad scoring and a 10-point tiebreaker in lieu of a third set, with the final being best-of-three sets to six games plus a 10-point tiebreaker if needed.

  • The final features a $1 million prize for the winning team and progresses to a Wednesday evening final starting at 7 p.m. ET.

  • Television coverage is provided across ESPN properties, including ESPN2, ESPNews, and ESPN+, in a staggered schedule on Tuesday and Wednesday.

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