Notable Absences in the Men's Rankings
Among the prominent players absent from the entry list are
Continuing the New Format
The US Open's mixed doubles event underwent significant changes last year to draw in more top-tier singles players. The tournament now employs a shorter scoring system in the earlier rounds, and the entire mixed doubles competition is conducted over two days, preceding the start of the singles main draws. The 2026 tournament is set to commence on August 25, just five days before the men's and women's singles events begin.
Defending champions Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori, both from Italy, have confirmed their participation, aiming to retain the title they won in 2025, which came with a substantial prize of $1 million. Interestingly, this duo was among those who voiced concerns regarding the new tournament format when it was first announced. US Tennis Association CEO Craig Tiley has expressed his support for the current structure, emphasizing the importance of showcasing the sport through mixed teams. “Anytime you can bring women and men together on the same team, you showcase tennis at its best. This is exactly what the
In addition to the ranked pairs, eight more teams will be granted wild cards, and two additional pairs will qualify through an eight-team qualifying draw scheduled for August 24.
