US Open remembers eight of its greatest matches ahead of main draw
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 1:06 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Ahead of the US Open's main draw starting August 30, eight epic matches are highlighted for their unforgettable moments. These include the 1980 final where John McEnroe defeated Bjorn Borg and the 1995 final where Steffi Graf overcame Monica Seles. Each match is noted for dramatic comebacks, record durations, and intense rivalries that captivated audiences, showcasing the high stakes and pressure of tennis at Flushing Meadows.
- •8 greatest US Open matches recalled before tournament starts
- •1980 final: McEnroe defeats Borg after 4 hours, 13 minutes
- •1995 final: Graf edges Seles in emotional comeback
- •Sampras wins against Corretja despite illness in 1996
- •Connors stages remarkable comeback against Krickstein in 1991
- 1:06 PMYahoo Sports — 8 greatest US Open epics ever played: Reliving Flushing Meadows at full volume
"Relive the eight greatest US Open epics, with the comebacks, records and moments that made them unforgettable.
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