US Open preview: food, fun and oh yeah, tennis

WNYC News | Aug 24, 2024

One of New York City's premiere sporting events kicks off on Monday -- the US Open. The events of fan week continue this weekend, but the national spotlight will shine on the Billie Jean King Tennis Center in Queens for the main events starting next week. Sports journalist Priya Desai joins Weekend Edition host David Furst for a preview.

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