The Legends still have it! Kim Clijsters, Tommy Haas, Caroline Wozniacki and James Blake putting on a show tonight in Armstrong.
Some tennis legends brought fun to an event at the US Open Fan Week, joined by Caroline Wozniacki, Kim Clijsters, James Blake, and Tommy Haas.
With the start of the main draw of the US Open 2023 just around the corner, fans are already experiencing exciting moments at Flushing Meadows during Fan Week. The show kicked off with tennis legends delighting the crowd with thrilling matches.
On the evening of Tuesday, August 22nd, the Louis Armstrong Arena turned into the stage for Legends of the Open, the exciting event that marked the beginning of the US Open Fan Week. Iconic tennis names like Caroline Wozniacki, Kim Clijsters, James Blake, and Tommy Haas gathered to deliver an unforgettable show.
The action began with a women's singles match between Wozniacki and Clijsters, both three-time US Open champions. Danish player Wozniacki emerged victorious in this thrilling encounter with a score of 6-4.
Later, spectators witnessed an exciting mixed doubles match, where Wozniacki teamed up with James Blake to face Clijsters and Tommy Haas. The Wozniacki-Blake duo emerged triumphant in this thrilling battle, with a score of 7-5.
The evening concluded with a men's singles showdown, where James Blake showcased his skill by defeating Tommy Haas with a score of 6-3.
It's worth noting that both Blake and Haas have continued their involvement in the tennis world after their successful careers. They both serve as tournament directors on the ATP Tour in their current roles. Tommy Haas leads the Indian Wells Open, while James Blake oversees the Miami Open.
Danish player Caroline Wozniacki made her recent return to the WTA Tour after over three years of absence and participated in the Canadian Open and Cincinnati. Now she will be part of the US Open thanks to a wild card and is awaiting the draw to determine her opponent in the main draw.
The Legends still have it! Kim Clijsters, Tommy Haas, Caroline Wozniacki and James Blake putting on a show tonight in Armstrong.