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After many long months of discussion and anticipation, the doubles partnership between Emma Raducanu and Carlos Alcaraz came and went in the blink of an eye in a well‑populated Arthur Ashe Stadium. Despite ample smiles and enjoyment on the court, they were outclassed in a battle of British No 1s by a sharp Jessica Pegula and Jack Draper, the top …

When the news about the US Open’s plans emerged in February, reigning mixed doubles champions Sara Errani and Andrea Vavussori labelled the decision “a profound injustice”. Their thoughts have since been echoed by many doubles specialists, who also gripe about losing a crucial earning opportunity after being pushed out in favour of the stars. Errani and Vavussori were eventually given …