Defending Champions Jannik Sinner And Aryna Sabalenka Lead Entry Lists For US Open
when he beat No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz in the Wimbledon final. , who at No. 7 is one of four American women ranked in the top 8.
The U.S. led all countries with 30 players (16 women, 14 men) earning direct entry.
Players who used a special or protected ranking to qualify included Nick Kyrgios, Petra Kvitova and Sorana Cirstea.
Play in the main draw begins August 24.
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