Jake Rowland

A Wimbledon day can look perfectly straightforward on paper: a first match, a few more names underneath it, and perhaps a start time beside the headline match you want to see. Then a five-set battle runs long, rain interrupts play, or a match is moved—and the plan changes. Knowing how to read the order of … Read more

The US Open began as a small national championship played on grass at a Newport casino. More than a century later, it is a loud, hard-court spectacle in New York—and a tournament whose changes have often helped reshape tennis itself. Its history is a story of shifting venues and surfaces, but also of new opportunities, … Read more

A packed Arthur Ashe Stadium can feel enormous even on television, but its headline capacity is only part of the story. At the US Open, ticket type, session, and which court you want to see all affect how many fans can attend—and where they can sit. Arthur Ashe Stadium holds 23,771 spectators, making it the … Read more

A US Open champion can take home millions, but the prize money story starts well before the trophy ceremony. Players earn at every stage, from qualifying through the main draw, and a first-round loss still comes with a substantial cheque. The figures also change from year to year, so it helps to know which tournament … Read more

The best US Open moment may not happen under the lights at Arthur Ashe Stadium. On a practice court, you can stand close enough to hear a player call the score, watch a coach adjust a small detail, and see how a champion prepares between matches. The trick is knowing where to go, when to … Read more

A player arriving at the US Open needs more than a racket and a court. Over two demanding weeks in New York, the tournament’s behind-the-scenes spaces help players practise, recover, eat, prepare equipment and manage the long days between matches. These facilities are designed for competitors and their accredited teams—not for general visitors—so it helps … Read more

A US Open night session can turn into a late finish, a quick two-set surprise, or hours of tense tennis under the lights. That unpredictability is part of the appeal—but it also makes planning harder. If you are choosing a session, buying tickets, or trying to work out when you will get home, a few … Read more

A US Open match can be over in straight sets—or stretch across five sets, with a deciding-set tiebreak that keeps the finish close. The basic scoring is familiar, but the format differs by event, and a few rules explain why matches can turn tense so quickly. How singles matches are scored Men’s singles matches are … Read more

The best tennis at the US Open isn’t always played in the biggest stadium. A grounds pass can put you close to rising players, doubles specialists and long matches on the outer courts—but it does not usually include a seat inside Arthur Ashe Stadium. Knowing what the ticket covers, and how to plan around that … Read more

A US Open day session can mean a full day of tennis—or a long wait for the match you came to see. The difference comes down to the ticket, the order of play and how you use the grounds. Here’s what to expect, how day tickets work and how to make the most of your … Read more