Served with Andy Roddick 2025 US OPEN DRAW SHOW | LIVE FROM FAN WEEK
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Aug 22, 2025 This discussion dives into the electrifying anticipation for the 2025 US Open, with predictions for both men's and women's draws. Andy and Jon analyze potential matchups and emerging talents, while sharing humorous takes on player performances. They celebrate the legacies of legends like the Williams sisters and examine the rise of new stars like Ben Shelton and the challenges faced by players like Carlos Alcaraz. The lively banter also touches on mixed doubles excitement and the sport's evolution, ensuring listeners are primed for the tournament.
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Mixed Doubles Sparked Fan Engagement
- The U.S. Open's mixed doubles experiment drew big crowds and TV interest by creating short, exciting formats.
- Andy Roddick and Jon Wertheim say measurable precedent of success allows expansion and tweaks next year.
Dream Of A True Open For Doubles
- Andy Roddick imagined expanding mixed doubles with qualifiers and public play-ins to create more access for doubles specialists.
- He joked about a true Open where anyone could sign up regionally and try to play at the U.S. Open.
Blind Picks Create Entertainment Value
- Andy Roddick deliberately avoided reading the draw to make blind picks and create fresh reactions live.
- The show used audience QR brackets for fans to compete and a planned redraw to adjust mistaken picks.