The Qualifying rounds are underway with the Main Draw and the Junior events right around the corner! I can’t wait to get back to New York for all the excitement and action of this year’s US Open! I’ll be covering the Junior US Open for several days beginning September 2th through the Finals on September 6th and hope to meet up with you on the grounds. If you’ll be attending as well, please message me so we can connect.
Our friends at Wilson are very visible sponsors of the Open again this year. The following is a release from them outlining their presence for the 2025 tournament:
Wilson Sporting Goods Co. returns to New York City with a series of high-impact events, exclusive product unveilings and athlete-driven moments in celebration of the US Open. From on-court product debuts to off-court experiences, Wilson® will bring the energy, innovation and community of tennis to life across the city.
Wilson will unveil new, cutting-edge equipment on-court with key athletes across their roster. Alex De Minaur, Marta Kostyuk, Maria Sakkari and more will be playing with Wilson’s new Ultra v5 Racket, which released last month. The Ultra® franchise has been reimagined over the years to meet the needs of today’s players, with v5 being guided by direct feedback from Wilson’s athletes to deliver the next generation of explosive power and accuracy.
As part of Wilson’s Tennis 360 platform, Kostyuk, Victoria Mboko, Nico Jarry, Peyton Stearns and Alycia Parks will wear the latest “Wilson Sport Professionals” sportswear collection, along with Intrigue® Tour (women) and Rush Pro® 4.5 (men) tennis shoes. The WSP collection is inspired by iconic moments in tennis history, crafted with technical elegance and streamlined, performance-driven cuts.
“As a longstanding partner of the US Open, we always want to ensure we show up meaningfully and authentically for our global tennis community, both on and off the tennis court,” says Jason Collins, Global General Manager of Wilson Racquet Sports. “Wilson is proud to continue our legacy as the official ball and racquet stringer of the tournament, while creating new experiences that push the culture of tennis forward for players and fans alike.”
With a continued focus on personalization for their athletes, Wilson worked with World No. 1, Aryna Sabalenka, to design a custom Blade® v9 racket for her to play with during the tournament. Themed “The Fighter™,” the limited-edition racket features a bold flame-inspired design that channels her passion and power into every swing. The racket will be sold in limited quantities in select stores and online beginning Aug. 25 for $279.
Off the court, Wilson will create bold, immersive experiences in and around New York City for fans to partake in the spirit of the sport. Located in the heart of SoHo at 216 Lafayette, the Wilson Tennis Club will be the brand’s pop-up epicenter from Thurs., Aug. 21 – Sunday, Aug. 24, offering giveaways, product demos and player appearances to the public.
Once again, the ever-popular Wilson store on the tournament grounds will be open for fans to shop the latest from the leading tennis brand. Wilson’s performance tennis rackets seen on-tour, including Ultra v5 and “The Fighter,” along with the official US Open Collection of rackets, performance bags and tennis balls will be available on-site, in addition to the latest sportswear drops and custom graphic tees. For more information on Wilson’s programming, and to experience the “Feel Electric” energy firsthand, please visit Wilson.com and follow along @WilsonTennis and @Wilson.
About Wilson
Chicago, USA-based Wilson Sporting Goods Co. is the world’s leading manufacturer of high-performance sports products. The Company brings more than a century of innovation and heritage to the world of sport – celebrating the iconic moments made possible by Wilson across Racquet Sports, Baseball, Softball, American Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer and Golf. In Racquet Sports, Wilson is a global leader in tennis, padel, racquetball, badminton and pickleball. Wilson is part of Amer Sports, a global group of iconic sports and outdoor brands, publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange. Please visit www.wilson.com for more information.
Excited to see the action unfold at this year’s US Open! The Qualifying rounds are always full of surprises, and I can’t wait to see the juniors make their mark. Wilson’s new Ultra v5 and the custom “The Fighter™” Blade® v9 for Sabalenka look incredible love how they combine innovation with player feedback. Looking forward to seeing all the on-court excitement and off-court fan experiences this year! #USOpen #WilsonTennis