US Open Day 3 Wrap: Compelling Matchups amid Brutal Conditions

After a wild and unpredictable two weeks of Wimbledon, Joey recaps this years major theme of tradition vs. innovation and how tennis will move forward after scheduling issues and marathon matches.

Day 1 of the U.S. Open saw Simona Halep become the first ever no. 1 seed to lose in the first round, while Stan Wawrinka overcame Grigor Dimitrov in a brutal first round draw for both. Jason Kubler claimed "story of the day" rights, while young Canadians Denis Shapovalov and Felix Auger Aliassime f…

Day of the US Open was marred by extreme heat. Scorching temperatures caused a handful of retirements and a larger conversation about the safety of the players in these conditions. We then look ahead at an exciting day 3 schedule!

Today on Open Stance Audio, we discuss some of the big picture impact that the U.S. Open has on tennis in the United States. The tournament has huge financial and marketing power and plays a crucial role in growing the sport at every level. Check back tomorrow for the draw preview!