U.S. Open 2026 Preview: 30 Players to Watch in New York

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A comprehensive preview of the 2026 U.S. Open in New York, listing 30 players to watch (15 men, 15 women) and framing the big storylines: Carlos Alcaraz defends the title after a wrist injury, world No. 1 Jannik Sinner is out with a knee issue, and Aryna Sabalenka faces a challenging year in a parity-driven women’s field, while a slate of rising talents and seasoned veterans populate both draws for drama on the hard courts.
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