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Drawing U.S. Open Conclusions

Drawing U.S. Open Conclusions

The draws for the 2025 U.S. Open put top men's stars in tough spots, but set Iga Swiatek up for success.

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Ben Rothenberg
Aug 21, 2025
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NEW YORK — The 2025 U.S. Open singles draws came out Thursday, reconstellating the field into a few clusters which could prove difficult for some of the games brightest stars.

Most clearly to me: if we are ever going to get the Sinner-Alcaraz duopoly even briefly derailed this year, this might be the moment.

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