Coco Gauff and Jessica Pegula favored to advance in US Open

The US Open singles tournaments begin today in Flushing, New York, featuring a competitive women's draw. Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka leads the field, along with women's No. 2 Elena Rybakina, Jessica Pegula, and Coco Gauff. Experts predict Gauff and Pegula will reach the semifinals, potentially setting up an all-American final, despite challenges from other top players. The men's draw has top seed Alexander Zverev and returning champion Carlos Alcaraz, contending for the title amid notable absences and injuries in the field.

• 10:05 AMYahoo Sports — US Open predictions: Coco Gauff, Jessica Pegula among women's favorites