Day 12 brings the women’s semifinals to Arthur Ashe Stadium in a primetime doubleheader. Aryna Sabalenka (-208) faces Jessica Pegula (+168) at 7:00 p.m., followed by Coco Gauff (+100) against Elena Rybakina (-121) at 8:10 p.m. in a match DraftKings considers a coin flip. Wednesday completed the quarterfinals with Alexander Zverev cruising past Botic Van de Zandschulp and Karen Khachanov outlasting Alexander Blockx to reach the most unlikely semifinal of his career. Elena Rybakina ended Qinwen Zheng’s fairy-tale qualifier run, while Coco Gauff held off Mirra Andreeva in a battle of top-5 seeds. The men’s semifinals, featuring an all-American showdown between Frances Tiafoe and Ben Shelton and a Zverev-Khachanov clash, are set for Friday.
Here’s today’s schedule along with DraftKings odds for each men’s and women’s matchup.
Today’s Matches
Women’s Singles — Semifinal
| Time (ET) | Match with DraftKings Odds | Court |
| 7:00 p.m. | [1] Aryna Sabalenka (-208) vs. [3] Jessica Pegula (+168) | Arthur Ashe Stadium |
| 8:10 p.m. | [4] Coco Gauff (+100) vs. [2] Elena Rybakina (-121) | Arthur Ashe Stadium |
Matches to Watch
[4] Coco Gauff (+100) vs. [2] Elena Rybakina (-121) is as close to a pick’em as the US Open semifinals get. The line is razor-thin, and for good reason: both players have been dominant on hard courts all season. Rybakina has posted the best hard-court record in the women’s draw at 28-5, combining a booming serve with lethal groundstrokes that overwhelmed qualifier Qinwen Zheng in the quarterfinals. Gauff, the 2023 US Open champion, brings a 25-6 hard-court mark and the kind of Flushing Meadows experience that money cannot buy. She won this title three years ago at 19 and has steadily improved her all-court game since. At +100/-121, DraftKings is essentially saying flip a coin. The Ashe crowd will be all-in on Gauff, and that home-court energy could be the difference in a match this tight.
[1] Aryna Sabalenka (-208) vs. [3] Jessica Pegula (+168) is the evening session feature, an all-hard-court-specialist clash between the two players with the best overall records in the women’s draw. Sabalenka has gone 40-8 overall with a 27-3 hard-court mark in 2026, continuing the dominance that has defined her career since reaching the #1 ranking. Pegula owns the tour’s best record at 45-12 with a 28-7 hard-court mark, numbers that actually edge the world #1 in volume. At 32, Pegula is chasing a maiden Grand Slam title, and her consistency has never been higher. The -208/+168 line gives Sabalenka a clear edge, but Pegula’s hard-court numbers make this competitive. If Pegula can weather Sabalenka’s early power, her counterpunching game could create problems in the later sets.
Biggest Favorites
[1] Aryna Sabalenka (-208) is the heavier favorite of the two matches but not by much. The world #1 has been the most consistent force in the women’s game in 2026, and her 27-3 hard-court mark speaks to a player in peak form. Pegula has the game to compete, but Sabalenka’s combination of power, aggression, and Grand Slam pedigree gives her the edge. At -208, DraftKings implies roughly a 67% win probability.
[2] Elena Rybakina (-121) is barely a favorite at all. Her 28-5 hard-court record is the best in the women’s draw, and she dispatched Qinwen Zheng’s qualifier run in the quarterfinals. But Gauff’s 25-6 hard-court mark is nearly as strong, and the 2023 champion knows how to win on this court. The -121 line implies a 55% probability, the slimmest favorite margin of the entire tournament at this stage.
Upset Watch
[4] Coco Gauff (+100) vs. [2] Elena Rybakina (-121) barely qualifies as an upset if Gauff wins, given the +100 line means the American is essentially an even-money pick. Gauff’s Flushing Meadows pedigree (2023 champion), her 25-6 hard-court record, and the full-throated support of the Ashe crowd make her the pick for anyone who believes intangibles matter. This is the kind of match where the building can carry a player through a tight third set.
[3] Jessica Pegula (+168) vs. [1] Aryna Sabalenka (-208) is the higher-value play. Pegula’s 45-12 record is the best on tour, and her 28-7 hard-court mark actually surpasses Sabalenka’s 27-3 in total wins. At 32, the American is playing the best tennis of her career, and her quarterfinal demolition of Emma Navarro showed she is locked in. At +168, the implied probability sits around 37%, which may undervalue a player who has been this consistent for an entire season.
Friday Men’s Semifinal Preview
The men’s semifinals are set for Friday on Arthur Ashe Stadium, and both matches carry enormous stakes.
[11] Frances Tiafoe (+272) vs. [8] Ben Shelton (-353) is the all-American semifinal the tournament has been building toward. Shelton, 23, arrives riding the upset of the tournament, stunning 2-seed Carlos Alcaraz in Tuesday night’s quarterfinal. His 19-6 hard-court mark and massive left-handed serve make him the favorite. Tiafoe, 28, upset 7-seed Daniil Medvedev in the Round of 16 and has been feeding off the Flushing Meadows energy all tournament.
[1] Alexander Zverev (-571) vs. Karen Khachanov (+408) features the top seed against the tournament’s most improbable semifinalist. Khachanov, 30, entered unseeded and has beaten 3-seed Felix Auger-Aliassime, 14-seed Learner Tien, and 28-seed Alexander Blockx to reach the final four. His 16-18 season record (6-9 on hard courts) made this run nearly unthinkable. Zverev, 29, has been dominant at 46-13 (17-7 on hard courts) and will be a heavy favorite.
Player data, rankings, and statistics via Sportradar Tennis v3. Odds via DraftKings Sportsbook, as of September 10, 2026.
US Open FAQ
Where is the US Open played?
The U.S. Open is played at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, located in Flushing Meadows-Corona Park in Queens, New York. The facility features 22 courts, including Arthur Ashe Stadium (the largest tennis stadium in the world, seating approximately 23,771), Louis Armstrong Stadium (seating approximately 14,053), and the Grandstand (seating approximately 8,125). All courts use DecoTurf, a multi-layer cushioned hard court surface.
When does the 2026 US Open men’s singles draw run?
The men’s singles main draw begins on August 30 and the final is scheduled for September 13.
When does the 2026 US Open women’s singles draw run?
The women’s singles main draw begins on August 30 and the final is scheduled for September 12.
How can I watch the 2026 US Open on television?
In the United States, ESPN holds the broadcast rights to the U.S. Open. Coverage is available across ESPN, ESPN2, and ESPN+. ESPN+ carries early-round coverage and additional court streams, while the later rounds and finals air on ESPN’s main network channels.
What are the key courts at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center?
Arthur Ashe Stadium is the main show court and hosts the marquee day and night sessions, including both singles finals. Louis Armstrong Stadium, a retractable-roof venue, hosts featured early-round matches. The Grandstand court rounds out the three primary stadiums.
Do the stadium courts have roofs?
Arthur Ashe Stadium and Louis Armstrong Stadium both have retractable roofs, allowing play to continue during rain delays.
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