Former US Open champions Carlos Alcaraz and world No.1 Jannik Sinner will be on the same side of the draw as revealed on Thursday (Aug 22). The US Open 2024 will start on Monday in New York as the draws took place on Thursday with top names like Novak Djokovic, Sinner and Alcaraz learning their fate. Djokovic will start against a qualifier and then play either fellow Serb Laslo Djere or Germany's Jan-Lennard Struff.

<h2>Draws for the US Open out</h2>

The final Grand Slam of the year will be an interesting affair considering Sinner was given a clean chit in the doping test while defending champion Novak Djokovic enters the draw to win his 25th Grand Slam singles title. Djokovic will face either Sinner or Alcaraz in the final with both his nearest rivals placed in the other half of the draw.

Sinner heads into the US Open after he was cleared of any wrongdoing after&nbsp;testing positive twice&nbsp;for a banned substance earlier in the season.

Sinner had explained that the substance had originated from a spray, containing clostebol, that had been used by a member of his staff to treat a cut finger.

The International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) accepted the explanation and said the "presence of the substance was not intentional".

"I will now put this challenging and deeply unfortunate period behind me," said Sinner in a statement published on X.

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In the women's draw, world number two Aryna Sabalenka and defending champion Coco Gauff have been drawn in the same half and could meet in the semi-finals.

World No.1 and 2022 champion Iga Swiatek's highest-ranked potential semi-final opponent is fourth-ranked Elena Rybakina.

The highlight match of the opening round sees four-time Grand Slam title winner Naomi Osaka, the champion at Flushing Meadows in 2018 and 2020, face number ten seed and 2017 French Open winner Jelena Ostapenko.

Former US Open champions Carlos Alcaraz and world No.1 Jannik Sinner will be on the same side of the draw as revealed on Thursday (Aug 22). The US Open 2024 will start on Monday in New York as the draws took place on Thursday with top names like Novak Djokovic, Sinner and Alcaraz learning their fate.

Former US Open champions Carlos Alcaraz and world No.1 Jannik Sinner will be on the same side of the draw as revealed on Thursday (Aug 22). The US Open 2024 will start on Monday in New York as the draws took place on Thursday with top names like Novak Djokovic, Sinner and Alcaraz learning their fate. Djokovic will start against a qualifier and then play either fellow Serb Laslo Djere or Germany's Jan-Lennard Struff. Draws for the US Open out The final Grand Slam of the year will be an interesting affair considering Sinner was given a clean chit in the doping test while defending champion Novak Djokovic enters the draw to win his 25th Grand Slam singles title. Djokovic will face either Sinner or Alcaraz in the final with both his nearest rivals placed in the other half of the draw. Sinner heads into the US Open after he was cleared of any wrongdoing after testing positive twice for a banned substance earlier in the season. Sinner had explained that the substance had originated from a spray, containing clostebol, that had been used by a member of his staff to treat a cut finger. The International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) accepted the explanation and said the "presence of the substance was not intentional". "I will now put this challenging and deeply unfortunate period behind me," said Sinner in a statement published on X. ALSO READ | Bundesliga: Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso backs Bayern Munich for title In the women's draw, world number two Aryna Sabalenka and defending champion Coco Gauff have been drawn in the same half and could meet in the semi-finals. World No.1 and 2022 champion Iga Swiatek's highest-ranked potential semi-final opponent is fourth-ranked Elena Rybakina. The highlight match of the opening round sees four-time Grand Slam title winner Naomi Osaka, the champion at Flushing Meadows in 2018 and 2020, face number ten seed and 2017 French Open winner Jelena Ostapenko.

US Open 2024: Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz on the same side of the draw

After falling just short of a US&nbsp;Open title last year, a fully fit and confident Aryna Sabalenka returns to New York hoping a mid-year break to focus on her health will allow her to break through at the year's final Grand Slam.

Sabalenka suffered a lower back injury this year, struggled with illness at the French Open where she lost in the quarter-finals, skipped Wimbledon with a shoulder injury and then sat out the Paris Olympics to get ready for the hard-court season.

The reigning twice Australian Open champion has since said the much-needed break allowed her to properly rehabilitate her injuries and has left her feeling fresh mentally.

She now finds herself coming off a dominant run in Cincinnati where she did not lose a set all week, including in a semi-final clash with world number one Iga Swiatek and in her convincing win over Jessica Pegula in the final.

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Now the 26-year-old Belarusian heads to New York for the August&nbsp;26-September&nbsp;8 US&nbsp;Open feeling confident given it is her favourite Grand Slam and she has performed well there before.

Sabalenka has reached the second week in four of her six US&nbsp;Open main draw appearances, including each of the last three years as she made the semi-finals in 2021 and 2022 before finishing runner-up to Coco Gauff a year ago.

"I would say that I'm really playing great tennis," said Sabalenka. "Probably not like the best tennis I can play, but I'm definitely getting there.

"And with every match I play I feel better, better and better, and hopefully at the US&nbsp;Open I can keep building the level and I can reach maybe an even higher level than I used to play."

There is little to suggest world number two Sabalenka is not poised to make another deep run in New York given she is one of the most physically dominating players in the world and has a game tailor-made for hard courts.

Sabalenka, who showcases a strong-willed mentality whenever she takes to the court, boasts not only a powerful serve but also aggressive baseline play and explosive groundstrokes and is perfectly comfortable at the net.

At last year's US&nbsp;Open she dropped one set in her march to the final, where she broke Gauff three times en route to grabbing the first set before the American forced a decider in which her own game reached another level.

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After falling just short of a US Open title last year, a fully fit and confident Aryna Sabalenka returns to New York hoping a mid-year break to focus on her health will allow her to break through at the year's final Grand Slam.

After falling just short of a US Open title last year, a fully fit and confident Aryna Sabalenka returns to New York hoping a mid-year break to focus on her health will allow her to break through at the year's final Grand Slam. Sabalenka suffered a lower back injury this year, struggled with illness at the French Open where she lost in the quarter-finals, skipped Wimbledon with a shoulder injury and then sat out the Paris Olympics to get ready for the hard-court season. The reigning twice Australian Open champion has since said the much-needed break allowed her to properly rehabilitate her injuries and has left her feeling fresh mentally. She now finds herself coming off a dominant run in Cincinnati where she did not lose a set all week, including in a semi-final clash with world number one Iga Swiatek and in her convincing win over Jessica Pegula in the final. ALSO READ: Jannik Sinner 'honest to core', says coach amid dope test controversy Now the 26-year-old Belarusian heads to New York for the August 26-September 8 US Open feeling confident given it is her favourite Grand Slam and she has performed well there before. Sabalenka has reached the second week in four of her six US Open main draw appearances, including each of the last three years as she made the semi-finals in 2021 and 2022 before finishing runner-up to Coco Gauff a year ago. "I would say that I'm really playing great tennis," said Sabalenka. "Probably not like the best tennis I can play, but I'm definitely getting there. "And with every match I play I feel better, better and better, and hopefully at the US Open I can keep building the level and I can reach maybe an even higher level than I used to play." There is little to suggest world number two Sabalenka is not poised to make another deep run in New York given she is one of the most physically dominating players in the world and has a game tailor-made for hard courts. Sabalenka, who showcases a strong-willed mentality whenever she takes to the court, boasts not only a powerful serve but also aggressive baseline play and explosive groundstrokes and is perfectly comfortable at the net. At last year's US Open she dropped one set in her march to the final, where she broke Gauff three times en route to grabbing the first set before the American forced a decider in which her own game reached another level. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Rested and recovered Aryna Sabalenka returns to New York for US Open breakthrough

Novak Djokovic, fired up by his emotional Olympic Games triumph, targets new Grand Slam records at the US Open from Monday as title rival Jannik Sinner arrives in New York dogged by questions over two positive drugs tests. Defending champion Djokovic can become the oldest Open era champion at the tournament if he secures a fifth title, a record he would share with Jimmy Connors, Pete Sampras and Roger Federer.

The 37-year-old would also move to 25 Grand Slam triumphs, taking him clear of the 24 he currently shares with Margaret Court. The final major of the year comes at a critical time for Djokovic.

This year he was succeeded as Australian Open champion by Sinner who also relieved him of his world number one ranking. Carlos Alcaraz took his French Open title with the Spanish crowd-pleaser then sweeping Djokovic off court in a one-sided Wimbledon final. However, Djokovic, returned to the clay courts of Roland Garros to stun Alcaraz in the Olympic final.

His tearful victory in Paris allowed him to become only the fifth player to complete a career Golden Slam of all four majors and Olympic gold. The victory also silenced the increasing number of doubters who had written off the Serb as a spent force in a new era where Sinner, 23, and 21-year-old Alcaraz are steadily moving centre stage.

Djokovic, who underwent surgery on his right knee in June, described his Olympic victory as his "biggest sporting success".

It was also the 99th title of his professional career.

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<h2>- 'Biggest success' -</h2>

"At the age of 37 and facing a 21-year-old who is probably the best player in the world right now, winning Roland Garros and Wimbledon back-to-back, I can say that this is probably the biggest sporting success I have ever had," insisted Djokovic.

Sinner arrives at the final Slam of the season having captured the Cincinnati Masters title. However, that triumph was quickly overshadowed when it emerged he had been cleared of any wrongdoing after twice testing positive for a banned substance earlier in the season.

Sinner tested positive for clostebol, an anabolic agent prohibited at all times by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). But he escaped a lengthy ban after officials accepted his explanation that the substance had entered his system as a result of contamination from a support team member. "I will now put this challenging and deeply unfortunate period behind me," said Sinner.

The green light for him to continue playing was blasted as "ridiculous" by Australian player Nick Kyrgios. Alcaraz, who won his first major at the US Open in 2022, was badly bruised by his defeat to Djokovic in the Olympic final.

He broke down in tears on court before admitting he felt he had "let Spain down". His build-up to New York wasn't helped by a second round exit in Cincinnati to Gael Monfils in a match which saw the usually composed Alcaraz smash his racquet on court.&nbsp;

<h2>- 'Worst match' -</h2>

He described the defeat as the "worst match" of his career. In the women's singles at the US Open, Coco Gauff is the defending champion but the 20-year-old has endured a worrying dip in form in recent weeks.

A stormy exit from the Olympics in the third round was followed by early losses in Toronto and Cincinnati. No woman has successfully defended her US Open title since Serena Williams in 2014.

Five-time major winner and world number one Iga Swiatek, the 2022 champion in New York, made the Cincinnati semi-finals where she was defeated by Aryna Sabalenka. Sabalenka, the Australian Open champion, was runner-up to Gauff at the US Open last year, losing from a set up in the final.

Novak Djokovic, fired up by his emotional Olympic Games triumph, targets new Grand Slam records at the US Open from Monday as title rival Jannik Sinner arrives in New York dogged by questions over two positive drugs tests.

Novak Djokovic, fired up by his emotional Olympic Games triumph, targets new Grand Slam records at the US Open from Monday as title rival Jannik Sinner arrives in New York dogged by questions over two positive drugs tests. Defending champion Djokovic can become the oldest Open era champion at the tournament if he secures a fifth title, a record he would share with Jimmy Connors, Pete Sampras and Roger Federer. The 37-year-old would also move to 25 Grand Slam triumphs, taking him clear of the 24 he currently shares with Margaret Court. The final major of the year comes at a critical time for Djokovic. This year he was succeeded as Australian Open champion by Sinner who also relieved him of his world number one ranking. Carlos Alcaraz took his French Open title with the Spanish crowd-pleaser then sweeping Djokovic off court in a one-sided Wimbledon final. However, Djokovic, returned to the clay courts of Roland Garros to stun Alcaraz in the Olympic final. His tearful victory in Paris allowed him to become only the fifth player to complete a career Golden Slam of all four majors and Olympic gold. The victory also silenced the increasing number of doubters who had written off the Serb as a spent force in a new era where Sinner, 23, and 21-year-old Alcaraz are steadily moving centre stage. Djokovic, who underwent surgery on his right knee in June, described his Olympic victory as his "biggest sporting success". It was also the 99th title of his professional career. Also read: Players allege double standards after No. 1 ranked Jannik Sinner escapes doping ban - 'Biggest success' - "At the age of 37 and facing a 21-year-old who is probably the best player in the world right now, winning Roland Garros and Wimbledon back-to-back, I can say that this is probably the biggest sporting success I have ever had," insisted Djokovic. Sinner arrives at the final Slam of the season having captured the Cincinnati Masters title. However, that triumph was quickly overshadowed when it emerged he had been cleared of any wrongdoing after twice testing positive for a banned substance earlier in the season. Sinner tested positive for clostebol, an anabolic agent prohibited at all times by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). But he escaped a lengthy ban after officials accepted his explanation that the substance had entered his system as a result of contamination from a support team member. "I will now put this challenging and deeply unfortunate period behind me," said Sinner. The green light for him to continue playing was blasted as "ridiculous" by Australian player Nick Kyrgios. Alcaraz, who won his first major at the US Open in 2022, was badly bruised by his defeat to Djokovic in the Olympic final. He broke down in tears on court before admitting he felt he had "let Spain down". His build-up to New York wasn't helped by a second round exit in Cincinnati to Gael Monfils in a match which saw the usually composed Alcaraz smash his racquet on court. - 'Worst match' - He described the defeat as the "worst match" of his career. In the women's singles at the US Open, Coco Gauff is the defending champion but the 20-year-old has endured a worrying dip in form in recent weeks. A stormy exit from the Olympics in the third round was followed by early losses in Toronto and Cincinnati. No woman has successfully defended her US Open title since Serena Williams in 2014. Five-time major winner and world number one Iga Swiatek, the 2022 champion in New York, made the Cincinnati semi-finals where she was defeated by Aryna Sabalenka. Sabalenka, the Australian Open champion, was runner-up to Gauff at the US Open last year, losing from a set up in the final.

Novak Djokovic eyes Grand Slam record at US Open, world number one Jannik Sinner under cloud

The year’s final Grand Slam is set to take centre stage from 26 August 2024 in New York City, United States as top tennis stars prepare to clinch glory. Defending men’s singles champion Novak Djokovic will eye a place in the history books in what could be a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam singles title. The women’s division remains an open draw as in previous years with champion Coco Gauff facing a stern challenge to defend her crown. Ahead of the big tournament in New York, here is all you need to know about the US Open 2024.

<h2>When does the US Open 2024 start?</h2>

The US Open 2024 starts on Monday (August 26) in New York.

<h2>When will be the final of the US Open 2024?</h2>

The women’s singles final will be played on Saturday (September 7) and the men’s singles final will be played on Sunday (September 8) at the US Open 2024.

<h2>How many players will compete in the main draw of US Open 2024?</h2>

A total of 128 players will compete in both men’s singles and women’s singles of which 104 have qualified directly while 16 players will come from qualifiers and 8 players will be given wildcards in the US Open 2024.

<h2>Who are the top seeds in both men’s and women’s department at US Open 2024?</h2>

Novak Djokovic is likely to be the No.1 seed in the men’s singles department while Iga Swiatek is likely to be the No.1 seed in women’s singles in the US Open 2024.

<h2>Who are the defending champions of US Open?</h2>

24-time Grand Slam winner Novak Djokovic is the defending US Open men’s singles champion while Coco Gauff is the defending women’s singles champion at the US Open.

<h2>When are the draws for the US Open 2024?</h2>

The draws for the US Open 2024 will take place on Thursday (August 22) in Melbourne.

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<h2>What is the prize money for the US Open 2024 winner?</h2>

The winner of the US Open 2024 in the singles category of men’s and women’s department will receive $3.6 million each. The runners-up will receive $1.8 million each.

<h2>Which channel will broadcast the US Open 2024 in India?</h2>

Sony Ten 1, Sony Ten 2, Sony Ten 1 HD, and Sony Ten 2 HD will broadcast the US Open 2024.

<h2>Which platform will stream the US Open 2024?</h2>

The US Open 2024 can be streamed live on the Sony Liv app.

The year’s final Grand Slam is set to take centre stage from 26 August 2024 in New York City, United States as top tennis stars prepare to clinch glory. Defending men’s singles champion Novak Djokovic will eye a place in the history books in what could be a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam singles title.

The year’s final Grand Slam is set to take centre stage from 26 August 2024 in New York City, United States as top tennis stars prepare to clinch glory. Defending men’s singles champion Novak Djokovic will eye a place in the history books in what could be a record-breaking 25th Grand Slam singles title. The women’s division remains an open draw as in previous years with champion Coco Gauff facing a stern challenge to defend her crown. Ahead of the big tournament in New York, here is all you need to know about the US Open 2024. When does the US Open 2024 start? The US Open 2024 starts on Monday (August 26) in New York. When will be the final of the US Open 2024? The women’s singles final will be played on Saturday (September 7) and the men’s singles final will be played on Sunday (September 8) at the US Open 2024. How many players will compete in the main draw of US Open 2024? A total of 128 players will compete in both men’s singles and women’s singles of which 104 have qualified directly while 16 players will come from qualifiers and 8 players will be given wildcards in the US Open 2024. Who are the top seeds in both men’s and women’s department at US Open 2024? Novak Djokovic is likely to be the No.1 seed in the men’s singles department while Iga Swiatek is likely to be the No.1 seed in women’s singles in the US Open 2024. Who are the defending champions of US Open? 24-time Grand Slam winner Novak Djokovic is the defending US Open men’s singles champion while Coco Gauff is the defending women’s singles champion at the US Open. When are the draws for the US Open 2024? The draws for the US Open 2024 will take place on Thursday (August 22) in Melbourne. ALSO READ | ‘I am struggling with my anxiety, I have nightmares, flashbacks’ – Flintoff recalls horrific road crash What is the prize money for the US Open 2024 winner? The winner of the US Open 2024 in the singles category of men’s and women’s department will receive $3.6 million each. The runners-up will receive $1.8 million each. Which channel will broadcast the US Open 2024 in India? Sony Ten 1, Sony Ten 2, Sony Ten 1 HD, and Sony Ten 2 HD will broadcast the US Open 2024. Which platform will stream the US Open 2024? The US Open 2024 can be streamed live on the Sony Liv app.

All you need to know about US Open 2024 including defending champion, live streaming, prize money

Alex de Minaur said he will play in this month's US Open, weeks after withdrawing from the Paris Olympics due to a hip injury. De Minaur pulled out of his Wimbledon quarter-final against Novak Djokovic last month after sustaining a cartilage tear in his hip in the fourth round.

"Been working hard trying to recover from my injury," De Minaur, 25, wrote on Instagram on Wednesday. "It’s been very tough missing tournaments and excited to say I’ll be playing US open. Thanks to all the support I’ve gotten, it’s definitely helped me through these tough times."

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The US Open, at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in the&nbsp;Flushing Meadows, is set to kick off its 144th edition in New York on Aug&nbsp;26. It will be the final Grand Slam event of the calendar year.

Alex de Minaur said he will play in this month's US Open, weeks after withdrawing from the Paris Olympics due to a hip injury. De Minaur pulled out of his Wimbledon quarter-final against Novak Djokovic last month after sustaining a cartilage tear in his hip in the fourth round.

Alex de Minaur said he will play in this month's US Open, weeks after withdrawing from the Paris Olympics due to a hip injury. De Minaur pulled out of his Wimbledon quarter-final against Novak Djokovic last month after sustaining a cartilage tear in his hip in the fourth round. "Been working hard trying to recover from my injury," De Minaur, 25, wrote on Instagram on Wednesday. "It’s been very tough missing tournaments and excited to say I’ll be playing US open. Thanks to all the support I’ve gotten, it’s definitely helped me through these tough times." Also read: Top seeds Jannik Sinner, Iga Swiatek survive challenges from Cincinnati qualifiers The US Open, at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in the Flushing Meadows, is set to kick off its 144th edition in New York on Aug 26. It will be the final Grand Slam event of the calendar year.

Alex De Minaur fit to play in US Open after missing Paris Olympics with hip injury

Spain’s Rafael Nadal will look to end his career on a high as he gets ready to make his final appearance on the clay courts of Paris during the Olympic Games. While Nadal is ready to get his wish to play on the clay courts in Paris, his participation in the US Open remains in limbo. The 22-time Grand Slam champion is likely to retire after the current season as he struggles with injuries and could also hang his racket after the Paris Olympics.

<h2>Nadal unlikely to participate in the US Open</h2>

“I needed to book to have the chance to decide after that, that’s as simple as that. Nothing changed for me. I’m going to decide what’s going on after the Olympics,” Nadal said in a press conference on Thursday.

“By the way, I will be playing in the Laver Cup but I am, to be clear, and to not create false expectations, I am not sure at all to be in New York or not. No decision today and the decision will not happen before the end of the Olympics,” the 22-time Grand Slam champion added.

Having struggled with injuries in the last two years, Nadal has faced a tough time on the court having pulled out of the Australian Open and the Wimbledon where&nbsp;he was knocked out in the first round of the Roland Garros.

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As things stand, Nadal’s full focus is on the Paris Olympics where he will compete in both men’s singles and doubles. He won gold medals in both men’s singles and doubles in 2008 and 2016, respectively. This year he will partner Carlos Alcaraz in the men’s doubles where they will be favourites to win the gold medal.

In case Nadal is unable to participate in the US Open, the French Open first-round defeat to Alexander Zeverev in May will go down as his last appearance in a Grand Slam match. Meanwhile, the&nbsp;Australian Open 2022 will also go down as his last Grand Slam win having beaten Daniil Medvedev in a marathon five-setter at the Rod Laver Arena.

Spain’s Rafael Nadal will look to end his career on a high as he gets ready to make his final appearance on the clay courts of Paris during the Olympic Games. While Nadal is ready to get his wish to play on the clay courts in Paris, his participation in the US Open remains in limbo.

Spain’s Rafael Nadal will look to end his career on a high as he gets ready to make his final appearance on the clay courts of Paris during the Olympic Games. While Nadal is ready to get his wish to play on the clay courts in Paris, his participation in the US Open remains in limbo. The 22-time Grand Slam champion is likely to retire after the current season as he struggles with injuries and could also hang his racket after the Paris Olympics. Nadal unlikely to participate in the US Open “I needed to book to have the chance to decide after that, that’s as simple as that. Nothing changed for me. I’m going to decide what’s going on after the Olympics,” Nadal said in a press conference on Thursday. “By the way, I will be playing in the Laver Cup but I am, to be clear, and to not create false expectations, I am not sure at all to be in New York or not. No decision today and the decision will not happen before the end of the Olympics,” the 22-time Grand Slam champion added. Having struggled with injuries in the last two years, Nadal has faced a tough time on the court having pulled out of the Australian Open and the Wimbledon where he was knocked out in the first round of the Roland Garros. ALSO READ | 'He has to play Vijay Hazare Trophy': Gautam Gambhir asks Hardik Pandya to prove fitness after captaincy snub As things stand, Nadal’s full focus is on the Paris Olympics where he will compete in both men’s singles and doubles. He won gold medals in both men’s singles and doubles in 2008 and 2016, respectively. This year he will partner Carlos Alcaraz in the men’s doubles where they will be favourites to win the gold medal. In case Nadal is unable to participate in the US Open, the French Open first-round defeat to Alexander Zeverev in May will go down as his last appearance in a Grand Slam match. Meanwhile, the Australian Open 2022 will also go down as his last Grand Slam win having beaten Daniil Medvedev in a marathon five-setter at the Rod Laver Arena.

Rafael Nadal undecided on US Open participation after Paris Olympics, says 'I’m going to decide'

Four-time champion Rafael Nadal was among those on the main draw entry lists revealed on Tuesday for the 2024 US Open after missing the event three of the past four years.

The 38-year-old Spanish left-hander has a protected ranking of ninth to put himself into the field for the Flushing Meadows fortnight, which begins on August 26.

Nadal, a 22-time Grand Slam winner, played his first singles match since May 27 on Tuesday, beating Leo Borg 6-3, 6-4 at the Nordea Open. Nadal had not played since losing in the first round to Alexander Zverev&nbsp;on the red clay in Paris.

Nadal has played the US Open only once, in 2022, since winning his fourth New York hardcourt crown in 2019.

He was among 14 players to claim a main-draw spot with a protected ranking.

Nadal won the US Open in 2010 to complete a career Grand Slam and added US Open titles in 2013, 2017 and 2019. He reached the fourth round in 2022 but has played in only two Slams since, never going past the second round.

World number one Jannik Sinner, this year's Australian Open champion from Italy, and&nbsp;top-ranked Iga Swiatek, who captured her third consecutive French Open title in June, pace the men's and women's fields.

<h2>Djokovic, Gauff at No.2</h2>

Defending champions and world number twos Novak Djokovic and Coco Gauff are also in the lineup.

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz, the 2022 US Open champion, is coming off French Open and Wimbledon title runs and could become the first player since Nadal in 2010 to win those trophies and the US Open in the same year.

Reigning Australian Open champion Aryna Sabalenka, the 2023 US Open runner-up who missed Wimbledon due to injury, and Wimbledon champion Barbora Krejcikova are also in the field.

American Reilly Opelka, also in through a protected ranking, is set to play his first Grand Slam tournament since 2022 due to injuries.

Three other past US Open champions were on the main draw lists -- Daniil Medvedev on the men's side plus&nbsp;Sloane Stephens&nbsp;and Emma Raducanu on the women's.&nbsp;

Raducanu's run to the fourth round at Wimbledon secured her a spot in the world rankings top 100 and a place in the US Open.

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Among past US Open winners who did not make the direct acceptance list are Bianca Andreescu, Angelique Kerber and Naomi Osaka for the women and Andy Murray,&nbsp;Dominic Thiem&nbsp;and&nbsp;Stan Wawrinka for the men.

All three women missed last year's US Open, Andreescu due to injury and Osaka and Kerber on maternity leave, and all exhausted their protected rankings for majors earlier this year.

Osaka ranks sixth on the women's alternate list. Wawrinka is men's seventh alternate with Murray the 26th alternate and&nbsp;Thiem, who says he plans to retire after 2024, the 36th alternate.

The US Open field will also include 16 wild cards, eight each in the men's and women's field, and 16 qualifiers each for the men and women.

Four-time champion Rafael Nadal was among those on the main draw entry lists revealed on Tuesday for the 2024 US Open after missing the event three of the past four years.

Four-time champion Rafael Nadal was among those on the main draw entry lists revealed on Tuesday for the 2024 US Open after missing the event three of the past four years. The 38-year-old Spanish left-hander has a protected ranking of ninth to put himself into the field for the Flushing Meadows fortnight, which begins on August 26. Nadal, a 22-time Grand Slam winner, played his first singles match since May 27 on Tuesday, beating Leo Borg 6-3, 6-4 at the Nordea Open. Nadal had not played since losing in the first round to Alexander Zverev on the red clay in Paris. Nadal has played the US Open only once, in 2022, since winning his fourth New York hardcourt crown in 2019. He was among 14 players to claim a main-draw spot with a protected ranking. Nadal won the US Open in 2010 to complete a career Grand Slam and added US Open titles in 2013, 2017 and 2019. He reached the fourth round in 2022 but has played in only two Slams since, never going past the second round. World number one Jannik Sinner, this year's Australian Open champion from Italy, and top-ranked Iga Swiatek, who captured her third consecutive French Open title in June, pace the men's and women's fields. Djokovic, Gauff at No.2 Defending champions and world number twos Novak Djokovic and Coco Gauff are also in the lineup. Spain's Carlos Alcaraz, the 2022 US Open champion, is coming off French Open and Wimbledon title runs and could become the first player since Nadal in 2010 to win those trophies and the US Open in the same year. Reigning Australian Open champion Aryna Sabalenka, the 2023 US Open runner-up who missed Wimbledon due to injury, and Wimbledon champion Barbora Krejcikova are also in the field. American Reilly Opelka, also in through a protected ranking, is set to play his first Grand Slam tournament since 2022 due to injuries. Three other past US Open champions were on the main draw lists -- Daniil Medvedev on the men's side plus Sloane Stephens and Emma Raducanu on the women's. Raducanu's run to the fourth round at Wimbledon secured her a spot in the world rankings top 100 and a place in the US Open. ALSO READ | Paris Olympics 2024: French charity warns athletes of 'air pollution' at Olympic village Among past US Open winners who did not make the direct acceptance list are Bianca Andreescu, Angelique Kerber and Naomi Osaka for the women and Andy Murray, Dominic Thiem and Stan Wawrinka for the men. All three women missed last year's US Open, Andreescu due to injury and Osaka and Kerber on maternity leave, and all exhausted their protected rankings for majors earlier this year. Osaka ranks sixth on the women's alternate list. Wawrinka is men's seventh alternate with Murray the 26th alternate and Thiem, who says he plans to retire after 2024, the 36th alternate. The US Open field will also include 16 wild cards, eight each in the men's and women's field, and 16 qualifiers each for the men and women.

US Open 2024: Rafael Nadal named in main draw entry list, earns protected ranking of ninth

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