US Open 2024 is approaching, and several star athletes are expected to compete for the title on tennis’s biggest stage in New York. Here are some of the most prominent players to watch:
Sinner (Jannik Sinner) has had a remarkable journey from the bottom, as he has faced challenges with doping tests after testing positive for a banned steroid but was not suspended. He reached the final of this year’s Cincinnati Open and won his first Grand Slam title earlier in the year. However, the US Open has been a challenge for him, as he has never reached the semifinals there. He stated, “I am now going to put this challenging period behind me.”
After winning his first Olympic gold medal in Paris in August, Djokovic (Novak Djokovic) is more motivated than ever. Despite undergoing knee surgery earlier this year, he reached the Wimbledon final, which solidified his status as one of the greatest players of all time. He said, “Considering everything, this is probably the greatest sporting success of my career.”
The young Spanish star Alcaraz (Carlos Alcaraz), who has won the last two Grand Slam tournaments, is looking to add more titles to his impressive collection. He has already achieved much in his short career and aims to get closer to the legends of the tennis world. He said, “Getting closer to the legends – that is my goal.”
Medvedev (Daniil Medvedev), who most recently reached the final at the Australian Open, has had an uneven season, but he has always delivered strong performances at the US Open and will aim for another semifinal appearance this year. He stated, “Hopefully, I can win some more Grand Slams. I believe in myself.”
The young American Shelton (Ben Shelton) has already made an impression by reaching the semifinals at last year’s US Open. With his powerful serve and nerves of steel, he has the potential to surprise again this year. He remarked, “I will definitely try to bring in some new elements into my game that will hopefully be disruptive.”
Thiem (Dominic Thiem), who is struggling with injuries and has announced his retirement after this season, still cherishes memorable moments from his victory at the US Open a few years ago. His decision to retire will undoubtedly herald a new era in the sport. He shared, “I have truly enjoyed every single year of it.”
US Open 2024 appears set to be an unforgettable tournament, and these players will undoubtedly contribute to the excitement in the world of tennis. Keep an eye on them!