The 2024 US Open saw matches that defied the clock
In short: Tennis is often a game of endurance, but the 2024 US Open pushed physical limits into the early morning hours. While Aryna Sabalenka secured her first major title on American soil, the tournament also rewrote the record books for how late the action could actually last.
The women's singles bracket in 2024 was defined by both historic milestones and grueling schedules. Aryna Sabalenka claimed the championship by defeating Jessica Pegula in a straight-sets final (7–5, 7–5). This victory marked her third major title and made her only the fifth woman since 1988 to capture both hardcourt majors—the Australian Open and the US Open—within a single calendar year. She joined an elite lineage of multi-major winners that includes Steffi Graf, Monica Seles, Martina Hingis, and Angelique Kerber.
While Sabalenka took the trophy, the tournament was also characterized by dramatic upsets and record-breaking longevity. The defending champion, Coco Gauff, saw her run end prematurely in the fourth round against Emma Navarro. This contrast between the expected dominance of a champion and the unpredictable nature of the draw highlights the high-stakes environment of late-summer tennis.
The most striking narrative, however, occurred during the night sessions. The 2024 edition featured two of the three latest conclusions in the tournament's entire history. Specifically, a fourth-round clash between Zheng Qinwen and Donna Vekić concluded at 2:15 AM, establishing a new record for the latest finish of any women's match at the US Open. Additionally, Sabalenka’s third-round match against Ekaterina Alexandrova began at an unprecedented 12:08 AM and ended at 1:48 AM, ranking as the third-latest finish in history.
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