Overview

• US Open officials confirmed on X that Nick Kyrgios has pulled out of the men’s singles draw and will be replaced by a lucky loser.
• No reason for Kyrgios’s withdrawal was provided in the tournament’s announcement.
• Kyrgios had used a protected ranking last month to secure direct entry after extended time out with injuries.
• Other notable withdrawals include Paula Badosa with a psoas tear, Matteo Berrettini with a right oblique problem, and Grigor Dimitrov following a pectoral tear at Wimbledon.
• Further absences reported are Artur Fils with a back stress fracture, Qinwen Zheng after elbow surgery, and Ons Jabeur taking a break for mental well‑being.