The US Open has long been a stage where tennis legends rise and new stars are born. Over the past decade, the tournament has witnessed thrilling finals, unexpected upsets, and several greats who have been crowned champions. Each champion, whether seasoned or young, has added to the prestige of the event.
The US Open Men’s Singles Winners
The 2025 US Open tennis tournament runs from 24 August through 7 September at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows, New York. This year’s semi-finals are already set to deliver a spectacle for the fans. Novak Djokovic will take on Carlos Alcaraz, and the 1st seed, Jannik Sinner, will face Canadian Felix Auger-Aliassime.
Last 10 years Men’s Singles Winners
| Year | Winner | Runner-Up |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Jannik Sinner (Italy) | Taylor Fritz (USA) |
| 2023 | Novak Djokovic (Serbia) | Daniil Medvedev (Russia) |
| 2022 | Carlos Alcaraz (Spain) | Casper Ruud (Norway) |
| 2021 | Daniil Medvedev (Russia) | Novak Djokovic (Serbia) |
| 2020 | Dominic Thiem (Austria) | Alexander Zverev (Germany) |
| 2019 | Rafael Nadal (Spain) | Daniil Medvedev (Russia) |
| 2018 | Novak Djokovic (Serbia) | Juan Martín del Potro (Argentina) |
| 2017 | Rafael Nadal (Spain) | Kevin Anderson (South Africa) |
| 2016 | Stan Wawrinka (Switzerland) | Novak Djokovic (Serbia) |
| 2015 | Novak Djokovic (Serbia) | Roger Federer (Switzerland) |
The US Open Women’s Singles Winners
The Women’s US Open tournament started in 1887, making it one of the oldest championships in women’s tennis. Over the years, it has produced some of the sport’s most iconic champions, from early pioneers like Molla Bjurstedt Mallory in the Amateur Era to the great Serena Williams. This year’s semi-finals will feature Naomi Osaka vs. Amanda Anisimova and Aryna Sabalenka vs. Jessica Pegula.
Last 10 years Women’s Singles Winners
| Year | Winner | Runner-Up |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Aryna Sabalenka (Belarus) | Jessica Pegula (USA) |
| 2023 | Coco Gauff (USA) | Aryna Sabalenka (Belarus) |
| 2022 | Iga Swiatek (Poland) | Ons Jabeur (Tunisia) |
| 2021 | Emma Raducanu (Great Britain) | Leylah Fernandez (Canada) |
| 2020 | Naomi Osaka (Japan) | Victoria Azarenka (Belarus) |
| 2019 | Bianca Andreescu (Canada) | Serena Williams (USA) |
| 2018 | Naomi Osaka (Japan) | Serena Williams (USA) |
| 2017 | Sloane Stephens (USA) | Madison Keys (USA) |
| 2016 | Angelique Kerber (Germany) | Karolína Plíšková (Czechia) |
| 2015 | Flavia Pennetta (Italy) | Roberta Vinci (Italy) |
Conclusion
The US Open is the final component of the annual Grand Slam tennis circuit, serving as a decisive stage for year-end rankings. The last decade at the US Open has shown how quickly the balance of power in tennis can shift. Some of these champions used their victories to strengthen their already historic legacies, while others announced themselves to the world.
Written by: Thillai Ritvik
