US Open 2025 Begins First-Round Matches in New York

The 2025 US Open tennis tournament features several key first-round matches as top players begin their campaigns at Flushing Meadows. Amanda Anisimova, the eighth seed and Wimbledon finalist, faces Australia’s Kimberly Birrell in their first professional meeting, with the winner advancing to face either Victoria Jimenez Kasintseva or Maya Joint. Meanwhile, top seed Jannik Sinner, who has been a finalist in all three previous Grand Slams this year, will play against Vit Kopriva, marking Kopriva's US Open main draw debut; the winner will face either Alexei Popyrin or Emil Ruusuvuori. British player Katie Boulter, who won her first WTA 500 title by defeating Marta Kostyuk earlier in 2024, is set for a rematch against Kostyuk, with hopes to join other British players who have advanced to the second round. These matches are scheduled at iconic venues such as Louis Armstrong Stadium and Arthur Ashe Stadium, and will be broadcast live on India's Star Sports Network and streaming platforms. The US Open continues to showcase emerging talents and seasoned contenders vying for Grand Slam glory.