US Open's new mixed doubles format draws criticism

US Open revamps mixed doubles format, hoping to draw stars, fans: What to know
The U.S. Open is making a big bet on the potential of mixed doubles, changing the format in ways that will draw curiosity and controversy.
US Open’s new mixed doubles format draws criticism as being more of an exhibition than a Grand Slam
The U.S. Open is moving its mixed doubles championship to the week before singles play begins, hoping a revamped format and $1 million prize will persuade top singles players to chase a Grand Slam doubles title.
US Open: What is the new mixed doubles format and why is it drawing criticism
The US Open has revamped its mixed doubles format to attract more top singles players with a $1 million prize pool, condensed schedules, and redesigned scoring. This decision has faced criticism from doubles specialists and former champions for diminishing the traditional value of the title.
US Open introduces new mixed doubles format for 2025 season; how it is different from previous editions?
Based on the new plan, the 2025 US Open mixed doubles matches will be played on August 19 and 20. The main draw of 2025 US Open will start on August 24.
U.S. Open mixed doubles: Grand Slam event moves to qualifying week with new format, more prize money
The USTA says the changes will showcase doubles to more people. The discipline's stars fear that they will not get to be part of the show.
‘A decision made without consulting anyone…”: How 2024 US Open Mixed Doubles champions see new move to change tournament format
In a revamped move, US Open will see mixed doubles events happening prior to main draw with lesser teams and sets to four games.
"Mixed doubles isn't adding that much to the Slams" – Taylor Fritz backs US Open's revamped schedule despite widespread criticism
Taylor Fritz has backed the US Open's revamped schedule for mixed doubles despite it receiving widespread criticism from players and fans.
Fury as US Open chiefs announce mixed doubles revamp
US tennis chiefs announced a radical overhaul of the US Open's mixed doubles on Tuesday, unveiling plans to stage the competition as a standalone event in the week before the
'Profound injustice' - US Open criticised over mixed doubles change
The US Open receives strong criticism following its decision to hold its mixed doubles competition as a standalone event before the start of the Slam.
US Open revamps mixed doubles format, increases prize money
The U.S. Open mixed doubles competition will now be played before the singles main draw, the United States Tennis Association (USTA) said on Tuesday as it announced an overhaul of the category's format and an increase in prize money.
US Open's new mixed doubles format draws criticism as being more of an exhibition than a Grand Slam
The U.S. Open's plan to make its mixed doubles championship a smaller, shorter event aimed at persuading top singles players to compete was criticized Tuesday by doubles specialists who figure to get shut out of the new format.
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US Open Mixed Doubles Changes Spark Mixed Reactions
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Australian Open: Jannik Sinner beats Ben Shelton, Novak Djokovic withdraws from semifinal to send Alex Zverev to final
Defending champion Jannik Sinner has beaten American 21st seed Ben Shelton in straight ... fourth all-Aussie duo in the Open Era to win the Australian Open mixed doubles title.