Top seed Carlos Alcaraz faces an immediate challenge in the U.S. Open with a potential early matchup against a rising player, while Aryna Sabalenka is set to navigate a grueling path through the women’s draw. The men’s tournament features a tightly packed bracket where top contenders could clash unexpectedly, while the women’s side presents a gauntlet of tough opponents for the Belarusian star. Unseeded players have a chance to disrupt the favorites’ plans, adding unpredictability to both brackets. With high stakes and tight margins, this year’s draw could deliver dramatic upsets and intense rivalries.
U.S. Open bracket analysis: Carlos Alcaraz gets a nightmare start, Aryna Sabalenka faces odyssey The New York Times
