U.S. Open Debuts Revamped Mixed Doubles Format with $1 Million Prize

The U.S. Open's mixed doubles tournament has undergone a significant revamp in 2025, featuring a new two-day format scheduled before the singles competition and attracting top-ranked singles players with a $1 million prize pool. This change has been well received by fans, filling venues like Louis Armstrong and Arthur Ashe Stadium and adding fresh excitement to the event. Matches now feature shortened sets where teams need only four games to win a set, except in the finals where the traditional six-game sets are retained. While some doubles specialists criticize the new format for devaluing their discipline and the Grand Slam trophy, the U.S. Tennis Association defends the overhaul as necessary to elevate the profile and competitiveness of mixed doubles. The revamped event also includes wild card entries and combined singles rankings, further stirring interest and drama among players and fans alike. Despite last-minute lineup changes, the mixed doubles transformation has successfully captured the tennis community's attention and promises to become a fan-favorite highlight of the U.S. Open.