US Open 2025 Update

Last Updated on August 29, 2025 1:50 pm by Erwin Noguera

The excitement at Flushing Meadows continues to build as we enter Day 5 of the 2025 US Open, with an exceptional lineup of matches that tennis fans around the world won’t want to miss.

Friday’s schedule offers a compelling mix of established champions and rising talents in both the men’s and women’s draws.

World No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz takes center stage at Arthur Ashe Stadium against Italy’s No. 32 seed Luciano Darderi in what promises to be an intriguing clash of two players with completely different styles.

Alcaraz, seeking his second US Open crown, has looked increasingly comfortable on the hard courts of New York, but Darderi’s tenacious baseline play and superior movement could test the Spaniard’s patience. For Alcaraz, this match represents another stepping stone toward the tournament’s commercial finale, where he is expected to feature prominently.

Meanwhile, the afternoon session pits seven-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic against Britain’s Cameron Norrie in what could be one of Friday’s most fascinating tactical encounters. Djokovic, seeded seventh after his limited schedule this season, continues his quest for a record-extending major title. Historically, the Serb has fared well against Norrie, but the Briton’s left-handed delivery and superior fitness make him a potentially troublesome opponent under the lights of Arthur Ashe Stadium.

Both Alcaraz and Djokovic are in the same quarter of the draw, setting up a potentially blockbuster quarterfinal should they overcome their respective third-round challenges. With the tournament approaching its midpoint, these matches will significantly shape the complexion of the men’s draw heading into the second week.

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Arthur Ashe Stadium: Full schedule for Friday

The iconic Arthur Ashe Stadium will host a stellar lineup on Friday at the 2025 US Open, with some of tennis’ biggest names in action.

The day’s session begins at 11:30 AM ET with world #2 Carlos Alcaraz taking center stage against Luciano Darderi. This is the second meeting of their careers, with Alcaraz winning their previous encounter on clay earlier this year. The Spanish phenom continues his quest for a second US Open title, while Darderi aims to reach the fourth round of a Grand Slam for the first time in his career.

Following this men’s battle, American hope Jessica Pegula, seeded fourth, takes on former world No. 1 Victoria Azarenka in what promises to be an intriguing clash of generations. Pegula, who is enjoying the best season of her career, enters as the favorite, although Azarenka, a two-time Australian Open champion, brings considerable Grand Slam pedigree to the court despite being in the twilight of her career.

The night session, which will begin at 7:00 PM ET, features seven-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic against Britain’s Cameron Norrie. The seventh-seeded Serbian, seeking his fifth US Open crown, has a dominant 4-0 head-to-head record against Norrie. Although no longer the top seed, Djokovic’s experience and skill on hard courts make him a formidable opponent as he continues his quest to extend his Grand Slam record.

The night concludes with an exciting women’s matchup between American Taylor Townsend and fifth-seeded Mirra Andreeva. The 19-year-old Russian sensation Andreeva has been making waves on the tour this season, while Townsend looks to capitalize on her home-court advantage and unique serve-and-volley style to pull off what would be considered a significant upset.

Munar: Breaking New Ground

Jaume Munar finally broke through to the third round at Flushing Meadows, defeating Canada’s Gabriel Diallo with impressive composure in straight sets (7-5, 6-3, 7-5). The Balearic showed his characteristic defensive skills while demonstrating a newfound aggression at crucial moments, particularly in the tight first and third sets, where his return game proved decisive.

This victory marks a turning point for the 28-year-old Spaniard, who has long struggled to translate his clay-court prowess to faster surfaces. By reaching the third round at the US Open for the first time in his career, Munar has now equaled his best Grand Slam performance, having also reached this stage at Wimbledon earlier this year.

Underdogs Rising: The remarkable return of Leandro Riedi

The 2025 US Open continues to deliver compelling underdog stories, with Swiss qualifier Leandro Riedi staging one of the most impressive comebacks of the tournament. Facing 19th seed Francisco Cerúndolo of Argentina, Riedi found himself in serious trouble after losing the first two sets, but showed remarkable mental strength to complete an impressive five-set victory: 3-6, 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-2.

The Swiss, who battled through three qualifying rounds just to reach the main draw, looked outmatched in the early stages. Cerúndolo’s powerful baseline game and superior experience seemed to be carrying the day as he built a commanding two-set lead with confident and aggressive tennis.

However, the complexion of the match changed dramatically in the third set as Riedi began to find range on his powerful serve. Connecting on 71% of his first serves and unleashing 14 aces throughout the match, the Swiss qualifier gradually wore down his higher-ranked opponent. The turning point came midway through the third set when Riedi saved three break points in a marathon game before breaking Cerúndolo’s serve in the next game.

Majchrzak’s epic survival against Khachanov

In what will surely be remembered as one of the defining matches of the 2025 US Open, Poland’s Kamil Majchrzak delivered a performance that encapsulates everything that makes Grand Slam tennis special.

The world number 76, mainly a fixture on the Challenger circuit, somehow found the determination to save five match points and reverse a two-set deficit against Russia’s Karen Khachanov, the tournament’s ninth seed.

The final score—6-2, 7-6(4), 6-4, 7-5, 7-6(5)—barely hints at the drama that unfolded over 4 grueling hours and 31 minutes. After losing the first two sets, Majchrzak’s chances seemed slim against a player ranked 67 places above him. The ranking difference between these players would normally predict a straightforward victory for Khachanov, making this comeback all the more remarkable.

The match turned dramatically in the third set when Majchrzak, seemingly liberated by his underdog status, began hitting the ball with new aggression. His previously erratic forehand became a weapon, allowing him to dictate points against his increasingly frustrated opponent. The initially subdued crowd gradually rallied behind the Polish qualifier as they sensed the possibility of something special brewing.

Jannik Sinner continues his dominant campaign on Hard Court.

World number one Jannik Sinner delivered another masterclass at Flushing Meadows, dismantling Australia’s Alexei Popyrin with surgical precision in straight sets (6-3, 6-2, 6-2). The clinical two-hour performance showed why the Italian remains the man to beat on hard courts.

Sinner’s movement was impeccable throughout, constantly pushing Popyrin behind the baseline while building points with tactical brilliance. The defending champion scored 27 winners against just 11 unforced errors, a ratio that perfectly illustrates his current form: aggressive but controlled, powerful but precise.

This victory extends Sinner’s remarkable Grand Slam winning streak on hard courts to 23 matches, a run that includes his major title at the US Open last year, followed by triumphs at the Australian Open in both 2024 and 2025. During this stretch, he has lost only seven sets in these three major tournaments, demonstrating a level of consistency rarely seen in men’s tennis.