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Piotr Szczerek, a millionaire businessman, faces backlash after taking a signed cap from a child at the US Open. The incident sparked outrage. Szczerek defended his actions, further fueling criticism. Online users called for boycotts of his company, Drogbruk. Tennis player Kamil Majchrzak gifted the boy a new cap. The millionaire has warned legal action against those abusing him online.

Taylor Townsend capped off her US Open journey with a loss to Barbora Krejcikova in the 4th round of the US Open. After the game, Townsend shared a heartwarming story about her son AJ.

US Open 2025: World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka will face former Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova in the quarterfinals. Vondrousova outclassed ninth seed Elena Rybakina in the fourth round on Sunday.

Some big names fell in the US Open on Saturday night in the US Open. As the competition reaches 4th round, the top stars will be wary of not taking things lightly at Flushing Meadows.

Canada's Felix Auger-Aliassime came from behind to defeat Alexander Zverev at the US Open. In men's doubles, Yuki Bhambri progressed to Round 2 with his partner Michael Venus.

Third seed Alexander Zverev's US Open journey ended abruptly in the third round, as Felix Auger-Aliassime secured a four-set victory. Defending champion Jannik Sinner advanced with a comeback win. Iga Swiatek displayed resilience in her victory, while Coco Gauff progressed, setting up a compelling match against Naomi Osaka.

Taylor Townsend had so far captured the US Open spotlight for her heated exchange with Jelena Ostapenko. On Friday night, she shifted focus to her tennis with first fourth round spot since 2019, beating fifth seed Mirra Andreeva. Even as Novak Djokovic, Carlos Alcaraz, Aryna Sabalenka won, Ben Shelton and Jasmine Paolini became two of the biggest casualties on Day 6.

Defending champion Jannik Sinner dominates Alex Popyrin in straight sets to reach the US Open third round. Iga Swiatek and Naomi Osaka also advance, setting up high-stakes clashes as the tournament heads into its second week.

Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz advanced at the US Open on Day 4 while Novak Djokovic overcame a slow start to reach the third round. Also on the day in New York, a heated exchange erupted between Taylor Townsend and Jelena Ostapenko. On the sidelines, Daniil Medvedev faced a hefty fine for his on-court outburst.

US Open: Jelena Ostapenko defended herself against accusations of racism after her heated clash with Taylor Townsend, insisting her remarks were about sportsmanship and not race.

Daniil Medvedev faced a significant financial setback at the US Open after his first-round loss to Benjamin Bonzi. His outburst resulted in $42,500 in fines, including penalties for unsportsmanlike conduct and racket abuse. The incident stemmed from a controversial umpire decision and culminated in Medvedev smashing his racket in frustration, marking his third consecutive first-round Grand Slam exit.

Novak Djokovic secured his place in the US Open third round for a record-breaking 19th time, surpassing Roger Federer's milestone with his 75th Grand Slam third-round appearance. Despite a slow start and admitting he's not at his peak, Djokovic battled through to defeat Zachary Svajda in four sets.

Novak Djokovic secured a second-round win over Zachary Svadja in the US Open men's singles competition. He will now be up against the winner between Cameron Norrie and Francisco Comesana.

Emma Raducanu stormed into the US Open third round with a 6-2, 6-1 win over Janice Tjen — her first deep run in New York since her 2021 title. The Brit hit 16 winners and 8 aces, while fellow Brit Jack Draper pulled out of the men's draw with injury.

The second round fixtures of the US Open is upon us and the first day starts with some of the biggest names in the tournament. Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz are set to play their games at the Arthur Ashe Stadium today.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced their engagement, exciting fans worldwide. US Open commentators paused their broadcast during Jannik Sinner's first-round match on Tuesday to celebrate the news.

Iga Swiatek's US Open victory was overshadowed by news of Taylor Swift's engagement to Travis Kelce. The tennis star, a devoted Swiftie, expressed her excitement for Swift, highlighting her long-standing admiration for the singer. Swiatek credited Swift's music with aiding her English learning and personal growth, even attending her 'Eras Tour' and receiving a handwritten note.

Maria Sharapova praised Carlos Alcaraz's new buzz cut at the 2025 US Open, admiring its simplicity and his confidence in carrying the look. On Monday, Alcaraz defeated American Reilly Opelka.

Carlos Alcaraz's new haircut stole the show at the US Open, overshadowing his first-round win over Reilly Opelka. Venus Williams inspired with her return, while Madison Keys suffered a shocking defeat. Additionally, Petra Kvitova and Caroline Garcia retired, marking the end of their careers. A lost racket dampener also caused a brief on-court search. That and more on Day 2 at Flushing Meadows.

Venus Williams faced an emotional first-round defeat at the US Open against Karolina Muchova, casting doubt on her future in tennis. Despite a strong showing after a 16-month break, Williams lost in three sets. She expressed gratitude for the wild card entry and highlighted her improved physical condition compared to their previous encounter, emphasising her joy in playing pain-free.