Ticket prices for the US Open men's semi-final session have significantly decreased on resale markets, with some seats available for as little as $19. This sharp decline contrasts with earlier tournament stages where demand drove prices far above face value.
The current prices, which are less than the cost of the tournament's signature Honey Deuce cocktail priced at $23, are for the afternoon semi-final match featuring Alexander Zverev against Karen Khachanov. While upper-level seats have seen fans take advantage of the lower prices, the more desirable lower bowl sections of the Arthur Ashe Stadium appeared less full than organizers might have anticipated.
This drop in demand for the semi-final session highlights the importance of top-tier stars to contemporary tennis. Unlike previous years, this season has seen key rivalries, such as between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner, disrupted by player absences and injuries. Last year, a final featuring these two players drove significant viewership increases.
This year's US Open has been affected by the withdrawals of top contenders. Jannik Sinner pulled out before the tournament due to knee inflammation, while Carlos Alcaraz, returning from a wrist injury, was eliminated in a quarter-final match against Ben Shelton that concluded in the early morning hours. These absences, coupled with the scheduling of matches outside of peak viewership times, have contributed to more modest television ratings compared to previous years.
TicketData reports that the average price for the cheapest ticket on Day 13 of the tournament has fallen from $319 in 2025 to $244 this year. Demand remains higher for the evening semi-final session, which features American players Ben Shelton and Frances Tiafoe competing to be the first American man to win a Grand Slam in 23 years.