US Open 2025: Schedule of Play for Thursday August 28
LINK: Schedule of Play
2025 US Open Daily Schedule: Dates, Events & What to Watch in New York
The 2025 US Open returns to New York from August 24 to September 7, setting the stage for two weeks of world-class tennis and unforgettable storylines.
With Jannik Sinner defending his crown, Novak Djokovic chasing one more Slam, and Carlos Alcaraz looking to reclaim the spotlight, the men’s draw is packed with intrigue. On the women’s side, Iga Swiatek arrives with momentum after her Wimbledon triumph, while Coco Gauff hopes to repeat her 2023 heroics on home soil. Throw in Aryna Sabalenka, Elena Rybakina, and rising stars like Ben Shelton, and the daily schedule becomes more than a list—it’s a front-row seat to history in the making.
The 2025 US Open runs from Sunday, August 24 through Sunday, September 7, at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Queens, New York. With over 900 players expected across singles, doubles, mixed doubles, juniors, and wheelchair divisions—and a record-setting $90 million in total prize money—this year’s tournament is primed to be the most dynamic edition yet.
Here’s your complete day-by-day guide to the 2025 US Open schedule, perfect for planning your visit or tuning in from home.
Before the Main Draw: Fan Week & Qualifiers
August 18–23, 2025
Location: Grounds open to the public — no tickets required.
| Date | Event |
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| Mon, Aug 18 | Day 1 of Qualifying (Men’s & Women’s Singles) |
| Tue, Aug 19 | Qualifying continues, plus Day 1 of the inaugural Mixed Doubles Fan Week Challenge |
| Wed, Aug 20 | Final rounds of qualifying & Mixed Doubles Finals (new Fan Week feature!) |
| Thu, Aug 21 | Practice sessions open to fans, player Q&As, autograph zones |
| Fri, Aug 22 | Kids’ Day + “Game, Set, Matchmaker” reality show filming begins |
| Sat, Aug 23 | Arthur Ashe Kids’ Day Stadium Show & Final Fan Fest |
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Mixed Doubles Fan Week Challenge — shorter sets, no-ad scoring, $1M prize pool
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Game, Set, Matchmaker — US Open’s first-ever live dating show event during Fan Week
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Open Pride Day celebrations begin August 28
Main Draw Matches
August 24 – September 7, 2025
| Date | Round | Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| Sun, Aug 24 | Main Draw Begins | Men’s & Women’s Singles 1st Round (Top seeds in action) |
| Mon, Aug 25 | 1st Round continues | Early upsets & opening round doubles matches |
| Tue, Aug 26 | 1st Round concludes | Doubles & juniors kick off |
| Wed, Aug 27 | 2nd Round begins | Evening sessions at Arthur Ashe heat up |
| Thu, Aug 28 | 2nd Round continues | Open Pride Day across the grounds |
| Fri, Aug 29 | 2nd Round wraps | Spotlight night matches |
| Sat, Aug 30 | 3rd Round begins | Top-10 seeds clash, weekend fireworks |
| Sun, Aug 31 | 3rd Round continues | Family Day & full stadiums expected |
| Mon, Sep 1 | 4th Round starts | Labor Day tradition – big-name matchups |
| Tue, Sep 2 | 4th Round concludes | Quarterfinal spots on the line |
| Wed, Sep 3 | Quarterfinals | Men’s & Women’s singles QFs begin |
| Thu, Sep 4 | Quarterfinals continue | Doubles semifinals heat up |
| Fri, Sep 5 | Women’s Semifinals | Ashe Stadium goes prime time |
| Sat, Sep 6 | Men’s Semifinals & Women’s Final | First champion crowned |
| Sun, Sep 7 | Men’s Singles Final | Final day — new king of Queens crowned |
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Night Sessions: Begin at 7 p.m. daily on Arthur Ashe Stadium
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Live Broadcasts: ESPN, ESPN2, TSN (Canada), and streaming via ESPN+
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Grounds Pass Tips: Best value early in the tournament—access to all outer courts
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Public Transit: Take the 7 Train to Mets–Willets Point Station
Final Serve
The 2025 US Open isn’t just a tennis tournament—it’s a full-blown cultural event, merging elite sport with music, fashion, food, and even reality TV. Whether you’re coming for the stars, the storylines, or the sheer spectacle, this daily schedule helps you catch every match, moment, and memory.
Bookmark this page and check back for daily order of play updates once the tournament begins.
