US Open is underway in NYC. Here's what to know about security and street closures.
NEW YORK -- The US Open started Monday in New York City, with the biggest names in tennis taking the courts in Queens.
Officials say while there are no specific or credible threats to the tournament, the NYPD is prepared for a safe and smooth event. On average, the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center draws upwards of 80,000 spectators a day.
"Today begins the first round of the 144th US Open Tennis Championship, and the eyes of the world will be on Queens for the next two weeks," Police Commissioner Edward Caban said. "The NYPD has been planning for this event a lot longer."
Caban said there will be increased patrols inside and outside the venue, along with screening checkpoints and drones above. He added there will be many safety measures spectators won't see.
"And, of course, we'll have the eyes and ears of the public. We cannot overstate how important it is for the people to be engaged, invested and aware," he said. "If you're here at the US Open and you see anything that doesn't look right or feel right, call 911 or tell a police officer right away. Public safety is everyone's responsibility, especially at large-scale events like this."
US Open 2024 schedule today
The US Open started Monday and runs through Sept. 8 at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in Flushing Meadows-Corona Park.
Tuesday's matches start at 11 a.m. on several courts, including Louis Armstrong Stadium, followed by a noon match at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
Louis Armstrong Stadium matches Friday
- Elena-Gabriela Ruse (Romania) vs. Paula Badosa (Spain) - women's singles, 11 a.m.
- Paula Badosa (Spain) vs. Emma Navarro (USA) - women's singles, 11 a.m.
- Francisco Comesana (Argentina) vs. Taylor Fritz (USA) - men's singles, 11 a.m.
- Madison Keys (USA) vs. Elise Mertens (Belgium) - women's singles, 7 p.m.
Tomas Martin Etcheverry (Argentina) vs. Alexander Zverev (Germany) - men's singles, 7 p.m.
Arthur Ashe Stadium matches Friday
- Elina Svitolina (Ukraine) vs. Coco Gauff (USA) - women's singles, 12 p.m.
- Ben Shelton (USA) vs. Frances Tiafoe (USA) - men's singles, 12 p.m.
- Alexei Popyrin (Australia) vs. Novak Djokovic (Serbia)
Ekaterina Alexandrova vs. Aryna Sabalenka - women's singles, 7 p.m.
Click here for the full schedule and more information on how to watch.
US Open 2024 players to watch
Fresh off his victory in the Olympics, 37-year-old Novak Djokovic is hoping to win his first major of the season, a record-breaking 25th overall. He's on his way after winning his first round matchup against Radu Albot on Monday.
On the women's side, defending champion Coco Gauff is looking to repeat last year's success. She also won her opening match on Monday against Varvara Gracheva.
The US Open is the final Grand Slam event of the season. Other top players to watch this year include Naomi Osaka, Carlos Alcaraz and Frances Tiafoe. Both Osaka and Alcaraz won their opening matches but were knocked out in the second round.
Tickets are still available to see all the action here. They range from under $100 to upwards of $1,000.
US Open 2024 street closures
Drivers should expect street closures around the complex all week. Fans are encouraged to use mass transit, either on the 7 train or the Long Island Rail Road.
Arterial Roadways (Entire Length)
- Grand Central Parkway
- Brooklyn-Queens Expressway
- Cross Island Parkway
- Long Island Expressway
- Whitestone Expressway
- Van Wyck Expressway
Local Roadways:
- Northern Boulevard between Junction Boulevard and Clearview Expressway
- Roosevelt Avenue between Main Street and 104th Street
- College Point Boulevard between 31st Avenue and Horace Harding Boulevard
- 126th Street/Seaver Way between Roosevelt Avenue and Northern Boulevard
- 111th Street/Saultell Avenue between Roosevelt Avenue and Horace Harding Boulevard
- Astoria Boulevard between RFK Bridge Plaza and 114th Street
- Shea Road between 126th Street/Seaver Way and Meridian Road
- Meridian Road (Entire Length)
Stick with CBS New York for continuing coverage from the US Open throughout the week.
