2026 US Open Singles Quarterfinals Preview
The wait is over. After a dramatic fourth round, all sixteen singles quarterfinalists at the 2026 US Open — eight men and eight women — are now confirmed. The final eight in each draw will battle for a place in the semifinals over the next two days. Here’s a full preview of every quarterfinal matchup and the schedule for when they’ll be played.
Women’s Singles Quarterfinals
- Aryna Sabalenka (1) vs Linda Nosková (6) Top seed Sabalenka enters as the clear favorite, but Nosková has shown she isn’t afraid of the big stage. This match should be a strong test of Sabalenka’s power against Nosková’s aggressive baseline game. => Match Preview
- Jessica Pegula (3) vs Emma Navarro (26) An all-American clash. Pegula, the more experienced of the two on the big stage, will look to use her consistency, while Navarro will try to disrupt her rhythm with sharp, flat shots.
- Mirra Andreeva (5) vs Coco Gauff (4) This is arguably the most exciting matchup of the round. Andreeva, still just a teenager, has been one of the most impressive young players in the world, while Gauff brings home-crowd support and grit. Expect long rallies and high intensity.
- Zheng Qinwen (Q) vs Elena Rybakina (2) Zheng has made a remarkable run as a qualifier, knocking out higher-ranked opponents along the way. Rybakina, the second seed, brings one of the biggest serves in the women’s game and will be favored, but Zheng has nothing to lose.
Men’s Singles Quarterfinals
1. Alexander Zverev (1) vs Botic van de Zandschulp Top seed Zverev has been rock-solid so far, and his power from the back of the court should give him the edge against van de Zandschulp, who will need to play a near-perfect match to cause an upset.
2. Karen Khachanov vs Alexander Blockx (28) An unseeded Khachanov has quietly worked his way through the draw, while Belgian youngster Blockx has been one of the tournament’s breakout stories. This is a genuine toss-up.
3. Frances Tiafoe (11) vs Alex Michelsen Another all-American showdown. Tiafoe’s experience in big matches and crowd energy could give him the advantage, but Michelsen has been playing with real confidence and has nothing to fear.
4. Ben Shelton (8) vs Carlos Alcaraz (2) The standout match of the round. Shelton’s huge serve and aggressive style will be tested by Alcaraz’s all-around brilliance and shot-making. This has the makings of a classic. => Match Preview
Quarterfinal Schedule
Once all sixteen quarterfinalists (eight men and eight women) are confirmed, the quarterfinal matches will be played over two days at the US Open.
=> View schedule, order of play, and results
Tuesday, September 8
Morning Session
- Gates open: 9:30 AM
- Play begins: 11:00 AM
- Matches include: Men’s Doubles 3rd Round, Women’s Doubles Quarterfinals, Men’s & Women’s Wheelchair Doubles Quarterfinals, Quad Wheelchair Doubles Quarterfinals, Boys’ & Girls’ Junior Singles 2nd Round, and Boys’ & Girls’ Junior Doubles 1st Round
- At 11:30 AM: Men’s & Women’s Singles Quarterfinals begin
Evening Session
- Gates open: 6:00 PM
- Play begins: 7:00 PM
- Men’s & Women’s Singles Quarterfinals continue
Wednesday, September 9
Morning Session
- Gates open: 9:30 AM
- Play begins: 11:00 AM
- Matches include: Men’s Doubles Quarterfinals, Women’s Doubles Semifinals, Men’s & Women’s Wheelchair Singles 1st Round, Quad Wheelchair Singles 1st Round, Boys’ & Girls’ Junior Wheelchair Singles Quarterfinals, Boys’ & Girls’ Junior Singles 3rd Round, and Boys’ & Girls’ Junior Doubles 1st Round
- At 11:30 AM: Men’s & Women’s Singles Quarterfinals continue
Evening Session
- Gates open: 6:00 PM
- Play begins: 7:30 PM
- Men’s Singles Quarterfinal (final quarterfinal match of the tournament)
What’s at Stake
With the quarterfinals now fully set, fans are in for two days of high-quality tennis. On the women’s side, Andreeva vs Gauff looks like the match to watch, while on the men’s side, Shelton vs Alcaraz promises fireworks. Whoever comes through these eight matches will take one step closer to lifting the trophy at Arthur Ashe Stadium. Stay tuned for results as the quarterfinals unfold over the next two days.
Ticket information for the quarterfinal sessions is available on the official US Open website.
