US Open 2023 tennis tips, predictions & preview for the fourth and final Grand Slam of the year, live from Flushing Meadows in New York from August 28 to September 10.
The US Open is the final Grand Slam of the tennis year, held at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows, New York. The 2026 US Open runs from 31 August to 13 September, with qualifying beginning on 18 August.
Known for its electric night sessions under the lights of Arthur Ashe Stadium — the largest tennis-specific arena in the world — the US Open delivers drama like no other Slam. For Australian punters, matches play out during the morning AEST, making it perfect for early risers. For all our tennis tips and predictions, visit our tennis tips hub.
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Men’s Singles: Carlos Alcaraz defeated Jannik Sinner in the final to claim his second US Open title and sixth career Grand Slam. Alcaraz reasserted his dominance on the hard courts of New York after losing the 2024 title to Sinner.
Women’s Singles: Aryna Sabalenka defeated Amanda Anisimova to win her second consecutive US Open title, joining an elite group of players with back-to-back crowns at Flushing Meadows.
The 2026 US Open will be held from 31 August to 13 September 2026 at Flushing Meadows, New York. Qualifying rounds begin on 18 August.
Carlos Alcaraz returns as the defending champion, looking for a third US Open title. Jannik Sinner will be desperate to reclaim the crown he won in 2024. Novak Djokovic, despite his age, remains a threat at every Grand Slam — he’s won the US Open four times.
On the women’s side, Aryna Sabalenka goes for a remarkable three in a row. Coco Gauff, who won the 2023 title on home soil, Iga Swiatek and Elena Rybakina are the main challengers.
Betting markets for the 2026 US Open tournament winner are expected to open in July/August. With the retractable roof on Arthur Ashe Stadium, rain delays are no longer a factor — all matches are guaranteed to complete on schedule.
| Bookmaker | Best For | Key Feature |
|---|---|---|
| OnlyBets | Newest AU Bookie | Fresh AU-licensed launch with PayID withdrawals and mobile-first design |
| Picklebet | Quick Bets | Simple match winner betting |
| Dabble | Tennis Multis | Build multis across the day and night sessions |
| Neds | Set Betting | Deep set and game markets |
| Ladbrokes | In-Play | Live tennis betting markets |
| BetNow | Modern Sportsbook | Clean app, PayID withdrawals and competitive odds across all major sports |
| bet365 | Live Streaming | Watch US Open matches live |
| Market | Description |
|---|---|
| Tournament Winner | Outright bet on the men’s or women’s singles champion. Available weeks before the draw. |
| Match Winner | Pick the winner of any individual match. The simplest and most popular bet. |
| Set Betting | Predict the exact set score. Men’s matches are best of 5 sets, women’s best of 3. |
| Game Handicap | One player receives a games advantage or deficit. Useful in lopsided matchups. |
| Total Games Over/Under | Bet on the total number of games being over or under a set line. |
| First Set Winner | Pick who wins the opening set. Quick result for punters who don’t want to wait. |
bet365 streams selected US Open matches live through their app and website. You need a funded account or to have placed a bet in the last 24 hours.
Under Australian law, we are required to inform you that Live Streaming on bet365 is exempt from Parts 3 and 4 of the Broadcasting Services (Online Content Service Provider Rules) 2018.
For full US Open coverage in Australia, ESPN via Kayo Sports broadcasts every match. The time zone works well for early risers — night session matches at Arthur Ashe Stadium (7pm ET) start at approximately 9am AEST, while day sessions (11am ET) begin at 1am AEST.
| Year | Men’s Champion | Women’s Champion |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Carlos Alcaraz | Aryna Sabalenka |
| 2024 | Jannik Sinner | Aryna Sabalenka |
| 2023 | Novak Djokovic | Coco Gauff |
| 2022 | Carlos Alcaraz | Iga Swiatek |
| 2021 | Daniil Medvedev | Emma Raducanu |
| 2020 | Dominic Thiem | Naomi Osaka |
| 2019 | Rafael Nadal | Bianca Andreescu |
| 2018 | Novak Djokovic | Naomi Osaka |
| 2017 | Rafael Nadal | Sloane Stephens |
| 2016 | Stan Wawrinka | Angelique Kerber |
| 2015 | Novak Djokovic | Flavia Pennetta |
The 2026 US Open runs from 31 August to 13 September at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows, New York. Qualifying begins on 18 August.
US Open day sessions (11am ET) start at approximately 1am AEST. Night sessions at Arthur Ashe Stadium (7pm ET) begin at approximately 9am AEST — ideal for morning viewing in Australia.
Yes — ESPN via Kayo Sports broadcasts every US Open match in Australia. bet365 also streams selected matches for funded account holders.
The US Open is played on hard courts (DecoTurf surface). It’s a medium-fast surface that rewards aggressive baseliners and big servers.
In the Open Era, Jimmy Connors, Pete Sampras and Roger Federer share the men’s record with 5 titles each. Serena Williams holds the women’s Open Era record with 6 titles.
For more tennis tips and predictions, visit our tennis tips hub. Looking for the best tennis betting sites? Check our tennis betting sites guide. For same game multi tips, visit our SGM tips page.
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