Top 10 Facts about the US Open

Tennis fans, rejoice! The fourth and final grand slam of 2019, the US Open, is just around the corner. From August 26-Sept 8, New York will buzz with tennis energy. Aside from being the easiest slam for Americans to watch and attend, the tournament attracts a huge audience thanks to its festival-style atmosphere, notoriously vocal spectators and, of course, the nail-biting battles between the sport’s very best players.

Things You Missed Thursdays – Nov 21

So yeah, they say life on the ATP/WTA tour is notoriously grueling: the constant travel, the intense workouts and matches, the pressure of a televised career. But by the looks of it on Instagram, our favorite tennis pros aren’t suffering much this week. Think beach vacations, cuddles with koalas, excursions in the mountains and – for the men, anyway – lots of opportunities to suit up.