Experience the spectacle, drama, and legacy of one of the world’s greatest sporting events in US Open: 50 Years of Championship Tennis.
Includes a foreword by Serena Williams
This authoritative, photo-rich volume captures the unforgettable matches, legendary champions, and defining controversies that have shaped the US Open into tennis’s grand New York showcase.
Spanning five decades―from the early dominance of Billie Jean King and Arthur Ashe to the modern era of Roger Federer, Serena Williams, Rafael Nadal, and beyond―this comprehensive tennis history brings together the tournament’s most electrifying moments in one richly illustrated edition.
Exclusive photography places readers courtside at Flushing Meadows, while contributions from journalists, players, and insiders provide context, perspective, and insider insight into the sport’s biggest stage.
Designed as a large-format, gift-worthy coffee table book, this is more than a recap―it’s a visual archive of championship tennis. Every spread highlights the evolution of the US Open, from its origins to its status as a global sporting event, showcasing the personalities, rivalries, and matches that define each era.
Whether you’re a lifelong tennis fan, a follower of Grand Slam events, or searching for a standout sports gift during US Open season, this volume offers a compelling, immersive way to relive the tournament’s greatest stories. This is the essential US Open book―an enduring tribute to the players, the fans, and the championship moments that continue to define the sport.
Richard S. Rennert is a longtime publishing leader in the world of professional tennis and served as Director of Publishing at the United States Tennis Association. Over the course of his career, he has overseen the development of official US Open publications and helped document the history and evolution of the tournament through editorial and photographic archives. He is the author of The Open Book: Celebrating 40 Years of America’s Grand Slam and The US Open: 50 Years of Championship Teams.
Serena Williams is widely regarded as one of the greatest tennis players of all time. Over her career, she won 23 Grand Slam singles titles―the most by any player in the Open Era―and 73 singles titles overall, along with multiple Olympic gold medals and major doubles championships with her sister Venus Williams. Known for her powerful style of play and competitive dominance, Williams transformed the modern game and became a defining figure in the history of the US Open, where she captured six singles titles. Her perspective brings unmatched authority to this celebration of championship tennis.
