Wawrinka’s US Open omission has sparked calls for clearer wildcard rules after the veteran was left out.
Alcaraz returns to the US Open with pressure, points to defend, and a rare chance for rivals.
Kyrgios faces a provisional ban after a positive cocaine test in Mallorca, with no length set yet.
The US Open could determine a new WTA world No 1, with four players still in the race.
Svitolina and Monfils opened with a commanding US Open mixed doubles win.
Wawrinka reflects on New York memories after losing his US Open wildcard and final major chance.
Becker says Alcaraz is not the favourite and should target a place in the second week.
Wawrinka missed a US Open wildcard, ending his Grand Slam run in New York after 13 years.
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Sabalenka’s US Open title defence faces doubts as Swiatek and Gauff gather momentum.
