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The US Open and the State of Modern Tennis: A Reflection on Grit, Sportsmanship, and Generational Shifts

A Changing Landscape at the US Open

The US Open, one of tennis's premier tournaments, is currently experiencing a particularly challenging edition. With the legendary "Big Three"—Rafael Nadal, Roger Federer, and Novak Djokovic—no longer dominating the court, this year's tournament feels markedly different. Djokovic remains the last of the triumvirate still competing actively, but the absence of Nadal and Federer is deeply felt, leaving a void that is difficult to fill.