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US Open to offer $1m prize and earlier start for mixed doubles to lure singles stars

Event will start before singles tournament in 2025Similar exhibition event worked well last year

The US Open is moving its mixed doubles tournament to the week before singles play begins, hoping a revamped format and $1m prize will persuade top players to chase a grand slam title.

This year’s event will feature 16 teams competing over two days in shorter matches. Tournament organizers believe that can attract the sport’s biggest stars, many of whom have passed on doubles to keep themselves fresh for singles.

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