Emma Raducanu and Carlos Alcaraz sign up for US Open doubles

Emma Raducanu and Carlos Alcaraz are among the standout pairings set to compete in the inaugural US Open mixed doubles event, with other big names like Novak Djokovic and Naomi Osaka also on the list. This new format, set to take place before the Grand Slam, aims to attract more top singles players to participate. The USTA's innovative decision to host the mixed doubles separately is generating excitement among tennis fans, with the 16 announced pairings generating buzz ahead of the event's entry deadline on 28 July.