The U.S. Open tennis tournament has drawn its highest-ever opening-day viewership on ESPN, marking a record-breaking start for the network. The event’s opening match attracted a massive audience, surpassing previous ratings benchmarks. Sports fans and analysts are examining what drove the surge in interest, with speculation around star players and high-stakes competition. The milestone underscores the growing global appeal of tennis as a major spectator sport.
U.S. Open serves ESPN largest opening-day audience ever Reuters
