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US Open mixed doubles prize and lineup announced
Raducanu and Draper enter revived mixed doubles with top seeds and a $1m prize, setting the stage for a high profile clash.
The US Open revives its mixed doubles with a $1 million prize and new pairings that place top singles stars in doubles
Raducanu and Draper set for revived US Open mixed doubles
Emma Raducanu and Jack Draper enter the first round of the revived US Open mixed doubles, a 16 pair event scheduled before the main draw on August 19 and 20. The prize pool reaches $1 million for the winners of this revamped format. Draper teams with Jessica Pegula after Paula Badosa and Tommy Paul withdrew, making them the top seeds. Their opening match is against the wildcard pair of Raducanu and Carlos Alcaraz. The winners would then face Novak Djokovic and Olga Danilovic if they advance past Mirra Andreeva and Daniil Medvedev.
Separately, Gordon Reid, a six-time Wimbledon doubles champion, says wheelchair tennis must keep proving its value to close the prize money gap. The US Open has announced a significant increase in overall wheelchair winnings, but the total pot remains $1.69 million. Reid notes the sport is still young in major events but argues progress should come hand in hand with tangible opportunities and money for players.
Key Takeaways
"It’s been 20 years since we started, so in terms of the age of the slams themselves, we’re very fresh, very new."
Gordon Reid on the long arc of wheelchair tennis in major events
"As much as we want to see an increase and the gap in the prize money closing, we also need to prove we’re adding something, adding value to the tournament."
Reid on balancing prize money with added value
"Hopefully, those come hand in hand, the opportunities we get and the prize money."
Reid on linking opportunities to funding
"We need to prove we’re adding value."
Reid on the central goal for wheelchair tennis at majors
The revival of mixed doubles at the US Open signals tennis ambition to widen its appeal and prize money. Pairing high profile singles players in a pre tournament slot could boost viewership, but it risks overloading players who juggle singles and doubles. The spotlight on prize money also highlights a broader debate about equity in the sport, especially as wheelchair tennis seeks parity with roped off budgets. The momentum is real, yet the challenge is translating attention into lasting reform rather than a one‑off boost.
Highlights
- It’s been 20 years since we started, we’re very fresh, very new.
- As much as we want to see an increase and the gap in the prize money closing, we also need to prove we’re adding something.
- Hopefully, those come hand in hand, the opportunities we get and the prize money.
- We need to prove we’re adding value.
Prize money gap raises questions about funding
The article highlights a large prize for the revived mixed doubles and a smaller pot for wheelchair tennis, raising questions about funding, visibility, and inclusion in major events. The contrast could provoke budget scrutiny and public reaction.
The sport’s next move will be how it uses momentum to push lasting change rather than short term gains
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