ATP players wait for main draw spots during US Open first round
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 8:22 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Players hoping to enter the US Open main draw as lucky losers currently face a period of uncertainty as the tournament begins. The status of these players depends on the withdrawal of competitors already in the draw during the opening rounds. This process creates a difficult limbo for those waiting to see if they will be called upon to compete. As the first round of matches progresses, the availability of these spots remains fluid. Athletes must stay prepared for potential entry while the tournament schedule moves forward. The situation highlights the precarious nature of qualifying paths in professional tennis.
- •Players wait for main draw openings during the US Open first round.
- •Lucky loser eligibility depends on withdrawals from the established draw.
- •Athletes face a period of limbo while monitoring potential match-day changes.
- •The process ensures the tournament bracket remains full despite player withdrawals.
- 9:11 PMESPN — The uncertain days of a potential lucky loser
"For the players hoping to get into the main draw as a lucky loser, the first round of the US Open is a nail-biting limbo.
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