The final day of the first round of the 2026 US Open takes place on Tuesday, September 1, showcasing prominent players such as Coco Gauff, Alexander Zverev, Taylor Fritz, and Madison Keys. As the competition heats up at Flushing Meadows, these athletes are set to commence their campaigns in one of the season’s major tournaments. The excitement from the previous day has already set the tone, with notable performances observed from various players.

Among the highlights, Carlos Alcaraz made a successful return from a four-month absence due to a wrist injury, securing a convincing straight-sets victory over Roman Safiullin. Aryna Sabalenka, the defending champion, also began her title defence on a high note, defeating Camila Osorio with a scoreline of 6-2, 6-4, thereby extending her winning streak at the US Open to 14 matches.

Other notable results included Iga Swiatek’s solid performance against Wang Xiyu, winning 6-2, 6-3. Additionally, Amanda Anisimova, celebrating her birthday, cruised into the second round with a dominant 6-1, 6-3 win over Ashlyn Krueger, advancing without dropping a set. This sets the stage for an exhilarating Day 3.

Stars Set to Shine on Arthur Ashe Stadium

Coco Gauff, returning to her home Grand Slam with notable form from the North American hard-court season, will kick off her campaign against Zeynep Sonmez on Arthur Ashe Stadium. Their match is scheduled for 4:30 AM IST on September 2. Gauff, who clinched her first Grand Slam title in New York three years ago, aims to leverage her past success as she faces off against Sonmez.

Following Gauff, Alexander Zverev will take to the court as the men’s top seed. The German, who recently became the reigning champion at Roland-Garros, is poised to play against Italy’s Lorenzo Sonego in his opening match. This pairing promises to draw significant interest from fans keen to see Zverev’s performance after his recent success.

Earlier in the day, American Taylor Fritz will match up against Darwin Blanch, while Madison Keys, the Australian Open champion, will start the day’s events against Alina Korneeva, adding to an already exciting lineup scheduled for Arthur Ashe.

Additional Matches Highlights Across Courts

Apart from the high-profile matches on Arthur Ashe, the tournament will feature significant contests on multiple other courts. Second seed Elena Rybakina is set to face Thea Frodin on Grandstand, while fifth seed Mirra Andreeva will compete against Janice Tjen on Louis Armstrong Stadium. The day promises to keep fans engaged with thrilling encounters.

Furthermore, players such as Lorenzo Musetti, Alex de Minaur, Gael Monfils, and 17th seed Alexandra Eala are slated to compete, ensuring a diverse range of matches for spectators. The full schedule for Day 3 includes various match times across different stadiums, contributing to an action-packed day of tennis.

Overall, the anticipated Day 3 of the US Open 2026 is set to showcase some of the biggest names in tennis, as enthusiasts look forward to witnessing top-tier performances in one of the sport’s most iconic tournaments.

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