Pegula: Men’s Best-of-Five Format Gives Advantage at US Open

Jessica Pegula thinks Carlos Alcaraz's decision to play at the 2026 US Open is a smart move. Why? Because in men's tennis, they play best-of-five sets, which gives players time to settle in. If a guy loses a set, he can bounce back, while women’s best-of-three format puts on the pressure. Pegula believes if Alcaraz wins early, he’ll quickly find his groove again.