The 2022 US Open which is the final grand slam of the year is set to take place from 29 August to 11 September in Flushing, New York. With COVID-19 under control, players can expect smooth experience at the U.S Open this year.
There’s a lot at stake at the US Open as a total of $60 million will be awarded to the players. The winner of the singles’ division will take home $2.6 million and the runner-up $1.3 million.
Novak Djokovic Favorite In Men’s Division
The men’s division will be highly competitive as all of the top players with the exception of Roger Federer are taking part. Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal are once again favorites to win but with Nadal’s on-going injury concerns, Djokovic is definitely the favorite to win.
Iga Swiatek Favorite To Win In The Women’s Division
Iga Swiatek is the number one ranked female player in the world and has a great chance to win her 3rd grand slam at the US Open. Her biggest threats come via Naomi Osaka and the young and impressive Cori Gauff.
Serena Williams will be the fan favorite as Serena has announced that she will walk away from professional tennis after the US Open.