The US Open is getting longer as players already worry tennis tournaments are becoming too long
Summary
The US Open tennis tournament has expanded from two weeks to three weeks, with ideas to stretch it even further. Some players are worried that the tournaments are becoming too long and that the schedule is too crowded, which makes rest and recovery difficult.Key Facts
- The US Open now lasts three weeks, up from the traditional two weeks.
- There are plans or hopes to extend the tournament to four weeks in the future.
- The singles main draw now starts on a Sunday, which was moved up last year.
- Mixed doubles were expanded to a two-day event before the main singles matches begin.
- Some players appreciate extra days off but say they're still busy practicing and preparing, so it’s not true rest.
- The added days allow for more matches and larger crowds during the "fan week" with free admission.
- Players have expressed concern about increasingly long tournaments and a crowded schedule with fewer breaks.
- The U.S. Tennis Association CEO called the event ‘tennis Disneyland,’ showing the intent to grow the tournament experience.
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