The final Grand Slam event of 2022 promises to be historic, but the storylines over the next two weeks in Flushing Meadows will extend beyond tennis’ expected farewell to one of the greatest players in history, Serena Williams.
The U.S. Open always provides its share of grandiose and unexpected moments during its yearly fortnight takeover of the New York sports scene, such as the runs of two first-time winners Emma Raducanu and Daniil Medvedev one year ago.
This year’s tournament also is significant for a big name — unvaccinated Novak Djokovic — not in attendance, potentially opening the door for a major breakthrough by others near the top of the rankings (looking at you, Nick Kyrgios!) or one of a cluster of men seeking to break a 18-year American title drought here.
Here’s a snapshot of those and other potential storylines to watch beginning Monday in Queens.
