The U.S. Open is as much a celebrity magnet as a tennis tournament. Tate McRae, A$AP Rocky, and Emma Roberts were among the stars spotted in the stands.
sportsWednesday, September 2, 2026
US Open buzz and transfer deadline drama
The US Open is in full swing, with celebrities courtside and marathon matches making headlines. Meanwhile, the soccer transfer window slammed shut with a few late surprises, and a betting controversy involving Bill Simmons added some off-field intrigue.
US Open buzz
The first week of the US Open is delivering both on-court drama and celebrity sightings.

Alexander Zverev survived a five-hour first-round marathon against Lorenzo Sonego, coming within two points of elimination. A reminder that even top seeds can have early scares.
Transfer deadline day
The soccer transfer window closed with a flurry of late moves, including a major Premier League deal.
Manchester City agreed a deadline-day deal to sign Enzo Fernandez from Chelsea. The Argentine wanted out after Chelsea missed European qualification, and City's midfield rebuild continues.
Betting and off-field stories
A podcast admission and a kit design story round out the day's sports news.
Bill Simmons admitted to proxy betting through his daughter's boyfriend while in California, where online sports betting is illegal. FanDuel reported the activity to regulators, and Simmons says he learned his lesson.
Como 1907 is using AI to generate product images for their 2026-27 kits. A small but curious step into AI-generated club merchandise.
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More than a power hitter, Lazaro Montes looks to be Seattle’s next big thingwww.lookoutlanding.com
‘That’s what high school football is about’: The Battle of Chester celebrates its 55th yearwww.richmonder.org
Bayer Leverkusen officially re-sign former PSG and Aston Villa starwww.transfernewslive.com- Exclusive: Arsenal 27-28 Away Kit Set to Be a Fan Favoritewww.footyheadlines.com
Williams sisters Serena and Venus start US Open doubles bidsports.inquirer.net
Coco Gauff opens quest for 2nd US Open title with win over Sonmezsports.inquirer.net
What should you look out for this Premiership midweek?www.bbc.co.uk
With five games on Wednesday and an Edinburgh derby on Thursday, plus a transfer deadline looming, what should you look out for in the Scottish Premiership this midweek?
Keith credits training partners for 'saving my life'www.bbc.co.uk
Former Down hurler Stephen Keith credits the quick actions of his training partners after suffering a cardiac arrest in a gym.
F1 News Today: Aston Martin power struggle, cash-strapped Mercedes 'need GoFundMe'www.gpfans.com
Aston Martin look set for another tough weekend at the Italian Grand Prix, with chief Honda engineer Shintaro Orihara admitting that their power unit could struggle at Monza.
Why Matias Fernandez-Pardo is a hugely exciting signing for Newcastlenufcblog.co.uk
Matias Fernandez-Pardo has joined Newcastle United on deadline day, in what looks to be the eighth and final senior signing made by the club.
Toledo HC Mike Jacobs hunting for ‘hidden yardage’ vs Michigan Statewww.on3.com
Toledo head coach Mike Jacobs says finding hidden yardage will be a key when the Rockets play at Michigan State on Friday at Spartan Stadium. The latest from Jacobs' game-week press conference, inside.
Elena Rybakina shrugs off foot injury, rain delay in US Open winwww.brecorder.com
No. 2 seed Elena Rybakina of Kazakhstan assuaged concerns about her readiness for the US Open with a 74-minute victory over teenage wild card Thea Frodin on Tuesday in New York. Rybakina prevailed 6-3, 6-2 in the first-round match, never faltering on her serve and breaking Frodin
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The Morgan Scalley era of Utah football is here. Although the Utes may have a new coach, they should still have the same brand of toughness. And we, your ever-humble UteZone staff, are here to help enhance your experience as a Ute fan. We're back at it with your #TeamFun guide to
Mark Lee Says Goodbye to NCT, Hello to “My Friend”technosports.co.in
Some breakups end quietly. Mark Lee’s didn’t — and neither does his comeback.Just months after his exit from South Korean boy band NCT and its fixed sub-units NCT 127 and NCT Dream, the Canadian rapper-singer is stepping into a brand-new chapter, and he’s doing it his way: solo,
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