Overview

• The series will mark the first time in the US Open’s 144-year history that a reality dating show is produced on the tournament grounds.
• Producers USTA and Fresh Tape Media confirmed episodes will stream on the official US Open YouTube channel from August 24 through the women’s singles final.
• Game, Set, Matchmaker follows Ilana Sedaka, known as “The Champion,” as she explores connections with seven suitors ranging from social influencers to tennis superfans.
• Dobel Tequila and Moët & Chandon are woven into episode challenges and scenes as integrated sponsors.
• The announcement sparked critical fan backlash on social media, with critics saying it undermines the tournament’s athletic focus and USTA officials countering that it supports their sport-meets-entertainment strategy.