The dream team of [PERSON_NAME] and [PERSON_NAME] have secured a wild card for the US Open mixed doubles championship. This pairing marks [PERSON_NAME]’s competitive return to Flushing Meadows after a two-year absence.

The American 23-time Grand Slam singles champion previously won the mixed doubles title in 1998. She will not compete in the women’s singles draw, as organizers awarded the final wildcard elsewhere. Her partner explained that she will play doubles with her sister and focus on the mixed doubles event, noting he personally expected to see her compete across the US Open Series but understands why that changed.

Defending men’s champion Carlos Alcaraz confirmed his return to defend his title following a wrist injury sidelining him since April. World No 1 Aryna Sabalenka will partner a four-time US Open winner, while Jessica Pegula teams up with a fellow American after previous teammates withdrew.

The mixed doubles main draw begins Tuesday, featuring eight direct entrants and eight wild card slots. Qualifying matches will conclude shortly before the primary event kicks off.