The Katikati Tennis Club celebrated its 50th anniversary on the opening day of the new season, inviting the public to join in the festivities, which included tennis matches, speeches, and cake. Meanwhile, the 2024 U.S. Open concluded with Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka emerging as champions, setting attendance records with over a million fans attending throughout the tournament. Notably, the men's final featured the longest match in U.S. Open history, showcasing thrilling matches and upsets, including Emma Navarro defeating defending champion Coco Gauff. The tournament's success energized the sport, even as tennis faces challenges with the retirement of legends like Roger Federer and Serena Williams. The event highlighted a shift in the sport's landscape, with new stars like Sinner and Sabalenka taking center stage. Celebrities at the finals embraced a patriotic theme in their fashion, adding to the vibrant atmosphere of the event.