Pegula, Medvedev, Kostyuk among early winners at US Open
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Key Points:
- Jessica Pegula and Marta Kostyuk won their first-round matches at the U.S. Open, benefiting from the early Sunday start that gives them extra rest before the second round.
- Pegula, the No. 3 seed and current leader in women’s tour wins this season, can become world No. 1 if she wins the title and No. 2 seed Elena Rybakina exits early.
- Several top players, including defending champions Aryna Sabalenka and Carlos Alcaraz, as well as past champions like Naomi Osaka and Iga Swiatek, are scheduled to begin play on Monday.
- Daniil Medvedev overcame a tough preparation period to win his opening match, while notable withdrawals on day one included 2014 champion Marin Cilic and 2022 runner-up Casper Ruud due to injuries.
- The U.S. Open is undergoing a major $800 million renovation of Arthur Ashe Stadium, adding seating, entertainment areas, and a player performance center, with completion expected by 2027.
