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flag U.S. Open revamps mixed doubles with bigger prize, format changes to boost interest.

flag The U.S. Open is overhauling its mixed doubles competition by moving it to the week before the singles event and offering a $1 million prize to draw top players. flag The new format, featuring 16 teams in a "Fast Four" short set format, aims to boost fan interest and extend the tournament's duration to three weeks. flag Matches will be held in main stadiums and televised in prime time. flag Despite criticism from some in tennis, the USTA hopes the changes will highlight mixed doubles and attract larger audiences.

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