It’s The Body Serve’s second visit to the US Open (James’ first!). We recorded part of this episode in Toronto, minutes before leaving for the airport, and then broke down the draws after arriving in Queens. There was a lot of news to get through, namely the ATP’s financial security pilot program and the rumors of the WTA Finals taking place in Saudi Arabia. Our draw analysis focuses on first round matches to watch, the Americans’ chances, the fourth consecutive Iga-Coco quarter, and the contenders hoping to spoil another coronation.

1:05 Where are the WTA Finals going to be played? Riyadh, Prague, Washington, DC are options 

7:35 The ATP’s Baseline program: guaranteed income, injury protection, and money for up and comers 

14:20 State of the tours ahead of the US Open, compared to last year

21:45 Mother is a mother again!

24:40 Previewing the draws from NY!

26:15 Men’s draw: another Alcaraz-Sinner quarter? Anyone stopping Novak? 

40:15 Women’s draw: Iga is the favorite but the hype is high for Gauff, Pegula + Muchova, Sabalenka, and Rybakina are top challengers