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Tottenham Hotspur prepares for US Open with mixed doubles format changes

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 6:30 AM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Tottenham Hotspur prepares for US Open with mixed doubles format changes

Summary

Tottenham Hotspur continues to make headlines as the soccer world gears up for the US Open, scheduled to begin shortly. The event will not feature men's World No. 1 Jannik Sinner, with both he and Carlos Alcaraz absent in recent majors. As mixed doubles prepare for a new format that emphasizes exhibition play, several high-profile tennis pairings, including Alcaraz and Serena Williams, are set to compete. In the lead-up, Tottenham's Premier League recruitment strategy and new signing Sávio are also drawing attention as the squad undergoes changes ahead of the upcoming season.

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By the Numbers

•US Open will not feature Jannik Sinner for the third consecutive major.
•Mixed doubles event adopts an exhibition-style format, raising concerns among purists.
•Prominent pairings include Alcaraz with Serena Williams and Sabalenka with Djokovic.
•Tottenham's recruitment strategy and new signing Sávio attract media interest.

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What they're saying

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Good morning everyone – September is right around the corner and you know what that means: It’s time for the US Open! This year’s edition will not feature men’s World No. 1 Jannik Sinner, marking the third straight major where either he or Carlos Alcaraz are missing. But this isn’t about singles. This is about […]
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