USTA Plans $800M Arthur Ashe Stadium Renovation by 2027 US Open

The United States Tennis Association (USTA) has announced an $800 million, self-funded renovation of the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows, including a major overhaul of Arthur Ashe Stadium, the largest Grand Slam stadium. The project, set to be completed by the 2027 US Open without interrupting scheduled play or fan access, will enhance fan experience by expanding concourses, adding more restrooms and points of sale, and reconfiguring seating to bring more seats closer to the court, increasing courtside seating from 3,000 to 5,000. A new four-story Player Performance Center costing $250 million will provide players with state-of-the-art training facilities, additional courts, locker rooms, lounges, and improved off-court comfort. The redesign, led by Rosetti—the stadium's original architect—also includes new club and restaurant areas, premium hospitality spaces, and upgraded entrances. USTA CEO Lew Sherr highlighted that the modernization will sustain Arthur Ashe Stadium for the next 25 years and elevate the experience for players, fans, and partners, while reinforcing the US Open's status as a premier sports and entertainment event. This investment marks the largest single expenditure in the tournament's 145-year history, reflecting the USTA's commitment to growing tennis globally and improving player conditions amid ongoing discussions about player compensation.