A special newsletter release for one of tennis’ most chaotic traditions: The Served Draw Show.
With cheers, jeers, and everything in between, Andy Roddick and Jon Wertheim break down the men’s and women’s brackets live from Fan Week.
They analyze key matchups, highlight potential upsets, share exclusive insights, and predict who will win the final Grand Slam of the year.
The show kicks off with their thoughts on the revamped Mixed Doubles event and closes with a lively fan Q&A.
If you want to be ready for the US Open, this is your must-listen preview. A big thanks to everyone who came out to the show!
Served Bracket Challenge Is Live!
Alright Chuckers, time to go head-to-head with Andy Roddick, Jon Wertheim and tennis fans from around the world.
Make your picks before play begins on Sunday, August 24.
Then, enjoy the tennis.
We’ll share leaderboard updates in our daily Quick Served Newsletter drops.
Women’s Draw
Aryna Sabalenka enters New York as the defending champ and looks to rebound after losing two Grand Slam finals in 2025. Can she win a major for the third straight year? Or does another Slam Champion steal the spotlight in NYC?
Andy and JW learn the hard way that bold predictions in front of a live audience can earn a few boos. Still, they break down the “sneaky fun” first round, spotlight players primed for an upset, and pick their champion.
If you disagree with any of their picks, guess what? You can prove them wrong.
Men’s Draw
Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz have combined to win the last seven majors, and if they meet in the final in New York, the winner takes over the World No. 1 ranking. Andy kicks off the men’s draw breakdown by putting their dominance into perspective.
JW follows with his trademark off-court nuggets, including insider details to keep in mind before play begins and why he feels “duty-bound” to call a certain first-round upset.
Plus: hear which matchup had Andy shouting “I love tennis!” and find out how far they have a certain 24-time Grand Slam Champion going in the draw.
Must-Watch First Round Matches:
Women’s Draw
Seven-time major winner, and two-time US Open Champion, Venus Williams will face No. 11 seed Karolina Muchova who reached the semifinals in New York the past two years.
An intriguing ‘rising star’ matchup: No. 14 seed Clara Tauson (age 22) vs. Alexandra Eala (age 20).
Canadian Open Champion and No. 22 seed Victoria Mboko will have a tough test in her US Open debut, facing 2024 Wimbledon Champ Barbora Krejčíková.
Men’s Draw
Looking for his second US Open title, and sixth major, Carlos Alcaraz draws hard-serving American Reilly Opelka. It’ll be their first meeting.
No. 10 seed Lorenzo Musetti will also face a big server in Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard in Round 1.
No. 23 seed Alexander Bublik hasn’t played since winning back-to-back clay court titles in July. He’ll take on 2014 US Open Champion Marin Cilic.
Upcoming Live Shows
Served will host a live show before the International Tennis Hall of Fame Induction Celebration from 2-3 p.m. on Saturday at the Horseshoe Stage. Then, Love All with Kim Clijsters will take the Fan Fest Stage from 3:30-4 p.m.
The Served Mid-Tournament Live Show at the New York Hall of Science will be Tuesday, September 2nd from 5-6 p.m.
Other Headlines
Repeat Champs: Sara Errani & Andrea Vavassori win the US Open Mixed Doubles title in the revamped format.
Team Gauff: Coco Gauff adds a biomechanical specialist to her camp ahead of the US Open.
Down & Out: Arthur Fils, Nick Kyrgios, and Kei Nishikori all withdrew from the US Open.
In Case You Missed It: Catch the latest results from US Open qualifying, Cleveland, Monterrey, and Winston-Salem.
Hall of Fame Bound: Maria Sharapova and the Bryan Brothers set to be inducted on Saturday.
Before the ceremony, don’t miss our hilarious interview with Bob and Mike Bryan as they share epic stories about stealing gold medals, fighting during majors, and their twin connection.
Just last week, Andy talked with Sharapova as she detailed her grand slam moments and shared more on her post-tennis career as a successful founder, investor, and executive.
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