Mixed doubles is the format that produces the loudest tennis of the whole fortnight — quick hands at the net, poaching, and rallies that end in three shots instead of thirty. The Grandstand is where it belongs: a sunken bowl small enough that you hear the players talk between points, and open enough that you can drift in and out. Take a friend who thinks tennis is slow and let the format make the argument for you.
What to expect
Seating is unreserved, so pick a side and settle in; the lower bowl fills first for the higher-profile pairings. Between matches the crowd churns as people wander to the practice courts and the plaza. The court sits close to the food village, which makes it an easy anchor for a long free day on the grounds.
Good to know
- The 7 train to Mets–Willets Point is the fastest route from Manhattan
- Adults need the free Fan Access Pass from the US Open app to enter the grounds
- Grandstand seating is first-come; the shaded upper rows go early on a hot afternoon
- You can leave and return to the court freely, so pair it with a walk of the outer courts
- Good for casual fans — doubles points are short and easy to follow from any seat
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Common questions
Do I need a separate ticket for the Grandstand?
No. During Fan Week the Grandstand is open to anyone on the grounds with a Fan Access Pass, seated first-come.
Are the players main-draw names?
Qualifying fields mix established doubles specialists with singles players chasing a mixed spot, so lineups vary by session.
How long does a session last?
Doubles matches move quickly and courts run back-to-back, so you can catch a full match in a couple of hours.
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