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USTA Names Kalshi Exclusive Prediction-Market Partner for 2026 US Open

9/1/2026

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U.S. Tennis Association (USTA) named Kalshi the exclusive prediction-market partner for the 2026 US Open.
The multi-year agreement took effect before the main draw, after qualifying rounds ended.
USTA CEO Craig Tiley led the deal, which was originally slated for 2027.
The contract bars rival prediction platforms from advertising at US Open venues and on ESPN broadcasts.
Kalshi will restrict markets on subjective in-match calls such as umpire rulings.

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U.S. Tennis Association (USTA) named Kalshi the exclusive prediction-market partner for the 2026 US Open.
The multi-year agreement took effect before the main draw, after qualifying rounds ended.
USTA CEO Craig Tiley led the deal, which was originally slated for 2027.
The contract bars rival prediction platforms from advertising at US Open venues and on ESPN broadcasts.
Kalshi will restrict markets on subjective in-match calls such as umpire rulings.