It was a surprising day, in ways both good and bad, for a trio of talented American men.

Ed McGrogan doles out some first-week awards in his daily recap.

The U.S. Open got its first wave of significant upsets on Wednesday, while Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal avoided any such drama.

Dominic Thiem and Steve Johnson survived in five, while night-match headliners Serena Williams and Andy Murray cruised in Flushing Meadows. What does it all mean?

Between two all-American five-setters, a strong Grandstand debut and Novak Djokovic's evening test, it was one of the better opening nights at the Slams in some time.

This will be a U.S. Open to remember for those attending the tournament and watching from home. Ed McGrogan runs down the highlights from the season's final Slam.

How do you explain some of the surprises in Rio? Steve Tignor and Ed McGrogan break down the early action in the podcast.

Steve Tignor and Ed McGrogan catch up to discuss a long but ultimately satisfying fortnight.

In a special podcast for TENNIS.com's 20th Anniversary, Louisa Thomas of The New Yorker (and formerly of Grantland) joins Ed McGrogan to discuss the craft of tennis writing, today's trends and what tomorrow may bring.

How will the French Open champions fare as the tours shift to grass? Plus, thoughts on Roger's return, Thiem's recent play, and the Murray-Lendl reunion.