WITH ONE of the most sought after Grand Slam tournaments almost around the corner, the upcoming US Open 2010 is surely going to be a spectacle with the who's who of the tennis world battling it out for the trophies and a total prize money of US$ 19 million (figures as of 2008). The top four seeded players that include Roger Federer, Rafael Nadal, Novak Djokovic and Andy Murray are in great form. With players like Soderling and Berdych putting in some exceptional performances, there is always a chance for great upset.
The US Open's history boasts of elite players, who have lifted the trophy with valour, determination and smart play. Some of the players, who have made an impact are Juan Martin del Porto, Kim Clijsters, Serena Williams, Leander Paes and Venus Williams. With an equally elite list of sponsors that the US Open found in Polo Ralph Lauren, Mercedes Benz, Wilson, Grey Goose and Kraft Foods amongst several others, the US Open championship attracts a huge viewer ship across the globe.
This season, the spectators will be yet again exposed to the rivalry between Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer. The stakes are high on Nadal and Djokovic, since both of them are top seeded players. Nadal's chances of clinching the cup gets tougher if he faces Federer and he stands a good 50/50 chance if he faces Andy Murray.
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