The U.S. Open Draw Is Suddenly Wide Open After Losses by Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz

Djokovic's Loss

Novak Djokovic, the top seed and 2021 champion, was upset in the fourth round by Pablo Carreño Busta in straight sets.

It is only the second time Djokovic has lost before the quarterfinals at the U.S. Open.

Carlos Alcaraz, the second seed and 2022 French Open champion, withdrew from the tournament before his quarterfinal match against Jannik Sinner.

Alcaraz suffered a right adductor injury in his victory over Marin Cilic in the fourth round.

With Djokovic and Alcaraz out of the tournament, the draw is wide open.

Any of the remaining players could win the title, including:

The U.S. Open draw is suddenly wide open after the losses of Novak Djokovic and Carlos Alcaraz.

Any of the remaining players could win the title, and it should be an exciting finish to the tournament.