The US Open has transformed dramatically since its debut in 1881. What began in Newport, Rhode Island, as an exclusive men’s singles and doubles event has grown into a two‑week spectacle of world‑class tennis and entertainment in Flushing, New York. In the Open Era, Jimmy Connors, Pete Sampras, and Roger Federer each stand out as five‑time champions, sharing the record for the most singles titles at this prestigious major.