The first round of the 2025 U.S. Open continued tonight at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows with a mix of expected results and a few, notable upsets.
Men’s action
– Carlos Alcaraz, the 2022 champion and the tournament’s No. 2 seed, closed the day with a straight-sets win over Reilly Opelka, 6-4, 7-5, 6-4.
– Elina Svitolina, seeded 12, was eliminated by Anna Bondár in straight sets, 6-2, 6-4.
Women’s action
– Venus Williams pushed Karolina Muchová to three sets before Muchová emerged victorious, 6-3, 2-6, 6-1.
– Madison Keys, seeded No. 6, was upset in three sets by Renata Zarazúa.
What it means and look ahead
– The results show a day of strong form from reigning and former champions in the men’s side, while the women’s bracket produced a couple of significant results that shake up the early landscape.
– Zarazúa’s win over Keys stands out as a notable upset, signaling depth and unpredictability in the field.
– With several top players advancing and others facing early exits, the tournament momentum remains wide open as second-round play approaches.
Summary
The opening round delivered a mix of decisive victories and surprising upsets. Alcaraz continued his strong form by dispatching Opelka in straight sets, Bondár knocked out Svitolina, Muchová edged Williams in three sets, and Zarazúa upset Keys in three. The U.S. Open field remains competitive and poised for more drama in the rounds to come.
Additional note
– Expect more tight battles and potential upsets as the draw narrows and matches become even more meaningful for players looking to advance deep into the tournament.