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2026 US Open build-up: form and withdrawals ahead of New York

Top players navigate the run-up to the 2026 US Open, with Coco Gauff overhauling her serve during a deep Cincinnati run while Joao Fonseca withdraws with injury, thinning the men's field.

2 stories111 sourcesUpdated Aug 25, 2026

In this storyline:João Fonseca 2026 US Open Jack Draper Coco Gauff Cincinnati Open Holger Rune Jannik Sinner

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Aug 25, 2026
Coco Gauff reaches the Cincinnati Open semifinals for the fifth time this year after a major serve overhaul ahead of the 2026 US Open.
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Aug 24, 2026
Joao Fonseca withdraws from the 2026 US Open with an abdominal injury, adding to a men's field already missing Sinner, Draper and Rune.
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Gauff Wins Cincinnati; Pegula Runner-Up

Coco Gauff reached the Cincinnati Open semi-finals for the fifth time this year and is set to face Sara Bejlek, who upset Madison Keys and earlier beat Aryna Sabalenka. Ahead of the 2026 US Open, she underwent a major serve overhaul with biomechanics coaching, reflecting on last year’s mental and technical struggles and noting the significant changes to her game since then.

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Fonseca withdraws from US Open with abdominal injury

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Brazilian 20-year-old Joao Fonseca has withdrawn from the US Open due to an abdominal injury, marking another notable absence in the men's singles draw. His withdrawal contributes to a field lacking several top players, including Sinner, Draper, and Rune, potentially opening the tournament for new contenders.

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