United States Open (Tennis) – Page 17

Novak Djokovic, Back in New York and Loving It as Never Before

Led by Carlos Alcaraz, tennis youth is coming for Djokovic. “My role nowadays is to prevent them from that.”

By Matthew Futterman

Corona (Queens, NY) Fans (Persons) Flushing (Queens, NY) Jackson Heights (Queens, NY) Minaya, Omar New York City Tennis United States Open (Tennis) United States Tennis Assn

The U.S. Open Is King of New York. Could It Do More for Queens?

The U.S. Open is a landmark event generating international attention and huge profits, but some nearby residents and business owners say they don’t reap all the benefits.

By David Waldstein and Gabriela Bhaskar

McEnroe, Patrick Queens (NYC) Sporting Goods and Equipment Tennis United States Open (Tennis)

Not All Tennis Balls Are Equal

In tournaments, the old balls are swapped for new ones after several games. Those livelier new ones can change a player’s strategy.

By Stuart Miller

Billie Jean King National Tennis Center New York City Tennis United States Open (Tennis) United States Tennis Assn

In Tennis, a Higher Ranking Means Better Perks

Higher-ranked players tend to get the perks, like the better practice courts. The lower-ranked must make do.

By Cindy Shmerler

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