Heads up, tennis fans! 🎾 The U.S. Open kicks off this Sunday in Queens, and two rising stars from the Chinese mainland1 Buyunchaokete and Shang Juncheng1 are gearing up for first-round showdowns that'll have us on the edge of our seats.
Buyunchaokete vs Valentin Royer 🇫🇷
World No. 76 Buyunchaokete is set to face France’s Valentin Royer in what’s a fresh matchup (they’ve never met on a pro court). Last season, the 23-year-old bowed out in Round 1 against Casper Ruud, but he’s hungrier than ever to go deeper this year!
Shang Juncheng vs Mattia Bellucci 🇮🇹
20-year-old Shang Juncheng, fresh off a run to the third round in 2022, will take on Italy’s Mattia Bellucci in his opener. Win here, and he could clash with World No. 2 Carlos Alcaraz next—now that’s a challenge! 😎
Of course, the draw also features defending champ Jannik Sinner (World No. 1) and 24-time Grand Slam winner Novak Djokovic. Djokovic opens against American teen Learner Tien, and both are in Shang’s half—setting the stage for epic cross-generational showdowns.
Get your snacks ready and catch the action on your mobile1 this U.S. Open promises fierce competition, epic vibes, and all the drama we love. Who are you rooting for? Drop a comment below! 👇🔥
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