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Sabalenka, Sinner Lead 2026 US Open Entry List

7/22/2026

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The USTA released the 2026 US Open entry lists on July 21, 2026.
Aryna Sabalenka (Belarus) tops the women’s field and will chase a third US Open title.
Jannik Sinner (Italy) leads the draw while Carlos Alcaraz (Spain) returns after a wrist injury.
Cutoffs were No. 102 for women and No. 101 for men (July 20 rankings) with eight protected rankings, while United States entered 14 men and 14 women for a tournament running Aug. 23–Sept. 13.

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Story summary

The USTA released the 2026 US Open entry lists on July 21, 2026.
Aryna Sabalenka (Belarus) tops the women’s field and will chase a third US Open title.
Jannik Sinner (Italy) leads the draw while Carlos Alcaraz (Spain) returns after a wrist injury.
Cutoffs were No. 102 for women and No. 101 for men (July 20 rankings) with eight protected rankings, while United States entered 14 men and 14 women for a tournament running Aug. 23–Sept. 13.