The US Open: Where Tennis Grand Slams Are Made

Zales US Open: A Grand Slam Tennis Tournament

The US Open is arguably the most prestigious tennis tournament in the world. Every year, some of the most talented players come together to compete for the Grand Slam title. To date, 100,000 people attended the tournament daily, which took place in Flushing, Queens at the USTA's Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.

When is the US Open?

The US Open typically takes place in late August and early September.

Where is the US Open?

The US Open is held at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, Queens, New York City.

Who has won the most US Open titles?

Margaret Smith Court has the most US Open women's singles titles with five. Roger Federer holds the record for the most US Open men's singles titles with five.

How much do US Open tickets cost?

The cost of US Open tickets depends on the type of ticket, the day of the tournament, and the seat location. In 2023, tickets ranged from $32 to $1,225 per session.

The History of the US Open

The US Open was first held in 1881 and was originally called the US National Championships. It was originally a men's-only tournament, but women's events were added in 1887. The tournament was first held at the Newport Casino in Rhode Island, but it was moved to the West Side Tennis Club in Forest Hills, New York in 1915.

In 1978, the US Open was moved to its current home at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing, Queens. The tournament was renamed the US Open in 1980.

The US Open Today

The US Open is one of the four Grand Slam tennis tournaments, and it is widely considered to be the most prestigious of the four. The tournament is played on hard courts and attracts the best players in the world. The US Open is also known for its unique atmosphere and its exciting matches.

Fun Facts About the US Open

• The US Open is the only Grand Slam tournament that is played on hard courts.
• The US Open is the only Grand Slam tournament that has a night session.
• The US Open is the only Grand Slam tournament that has a retractable roof over its main court.
• The US Open is the only Grand Slam tournament that has a tiebreaker in the final set.
• The US Open is the only Grand Slam tournament that has a "Super Saturday" session, which features the semifinals of both the men's and women's singles tournaments.