After hitting a low point at the Miami Open, Carlos Alcaraz turned to family, then quickly returned to peak form with two Grand Slam titles at Roland Garros and the US Open.

Defending champion Jannik Sinner made an impressive start at the US Open, dominating Vit Kopriva 6-1, 6-1, 6-2 on 26/8.

Eliminated in the second round of last year's US Open, Carlos Alcaraz returns to the Grand Slam this year with renewed confidence, mental fortitude, and meticulous preparation.

The significant gap between men's and women's singles prize money at the Cincinnati Open has drawn criticism.