The upcoming US Open Mixed Doubles event is set to feature a glittering lineup of tennis talent, with the tournament being broadcast live on Sky Sports. Leading the charge are Belarusian powerhouse Aryna Sabalenka and Serbian legend Novak Djokovic, who together form the most high‑profile duo in the draw. Their partnership is especially noteworthy because the pair boasts the lowest combined singles ranking of any team that has entered, underscoring the elite caliber of their combined game.
In addition to the Sabalenka‑Djokovic team, the field includes a mix of rising stars, seasoned veterans, and former champions. Young Filipino prodigy Alex Eala will team up with Canadian rising star Felix Auger‑Aliassime, while the married couple Elina Svitolina and Gaël Monfils also receive a wildcard entry, adding a personal touch to the competition. Two‑time defending champions Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori have also been granted a wildcard, giving them the chance to defend their title on the iconic courts of Flushing Meadows.
Other direct entrants, selected based on the best combined singles or doubles rankings, include a series of compelling pairings: Kazakhstan’s Elena Rybakina will partner with American Taylor Fritz; Russian teenager Diana Shnaider joins forces with former world No. 2 Daniil Medvedev; Poland’s Iga Świątek teams up with Norway’s Casper Ruud, who were runners‑up in the previous edition; Switzerland’s Belinda Bencic will play alongside Italy’s Flavio Cobolli; and finally, American Amanda Anisimova partners with the promising talent Learner Tien.
These six teams earned their spots without needing a wildcard, reflecting strong individual rankings that translate into a competitive mixed‑doubles lineup. The tournament marks the second year of a revamped mixed‑doubles championship format.
It will run from Monday, August 24, through Wednesday, August 26. The schedule is compact, with qualifying matches taking place on the first day, followed by the first round, quarter‑finals, semi‑finals, and the championship match spread across the remaining two days. Qualifying will feature eight teams battling for two coveted spots in the main draw, with matches beginning at 4 p.m. BST on the Grandstand channel.
On Tuesday, August 25, the first‑round and quarter‑final matches will be staged at both Louis Armstrong Stadium (starting at 3 p.m.) and Arthur Ashe Stadium (starting at 4 p.m.). The semi‑finals and final will be contested on Wednesday, August 26, with the semi‑finals kicking off at Arthur Ashe Stadium at midnight, leading into the championship match later that night.
The competition format has been tailored to keep the action brisk and viewer‑friendly. All matches through the semi‑finals are best‑of‑three sets, but each set is played to four games rather than the traditional six. The no‑ad scoring system is employed, meaning that at deuce the next point decides the game.
If a set reaches 4‑4, a standard tiebreak is played. Should the match reach a deciding third set, a 10‑point match tiebreak replaces the full set, ensuring a quick resolution. The final, however, follows a slightly different structure: sets are played to six games, with a tiebreak at 6‑6, still using no‑ad scoring and a 10‑point tiebreak in lieu of a full third set.
Beyond the mixed‑doubles action, Sky Sports will also provide coverage of the ATP and WTA tours throughout the US Open season, with the main singles events beginning on August 30. Viewers can stream matches contract‑free via the NOW platform or the Sky Sports app, which also offers news, video highlights, and on‑demand replays.
For the best viewing experience, Sky Sports recommends using the Chrome browser to access its video player. The mixed‑doubles championship not only adds an exciting dimension to the US Open festivities but also showcases the versatility of top players who excel in both singles and doubles disciplines. By pairing male and female athletes from diverse backgrounds, the tournament highlights the collaborative spirit of tennis and offers fans a fresh perspective on strategy, chemistry, and on‑court dynamics. Whether you are a casual viewer or a dedicated tennis aficionado, the mixed‑doubles event promises high‑quality play, surprising upsets, and memorable moments that will enrich the overall US Open experience.