The 2025 US Open introduced a revamped mixed doubles event featuring a $1 million prize and prominent players, generating divided opinions among fans and commentators. The highly anticipated pairing of Carlos Alcaraz and Emma Raducanu was eliminated in the first round after a 50-minute match, drawing considerable attention. Casper Ruud and Iga Świątek have emerged as strong contenders, advancing to the mixed doubles final after a comeback victory against Jessica Pegula and Jack Draper, winning the decisive tiebreak 10-8. Ruud praised Świątek for her recent winning form, while Świątek humorously noted Ruud's efforts during their matches. Danielle Collins and Christian Harrison also reached the semifinals after defeating Taylor Townsend and Ben Shelton. The final will feature Ruud and Świątek against the Italian duo Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori, who described themselves as the only true mixed doubles team in the draw and expressed a mission to represent doubles players. The mixed doubles semifinals and final are scheduled to be broadcast on ESPN2. The event has sparked debate about its impact on player focus and tournament competitiveness, with some critics viewing it as more entertainment-oriented.