QUARTER CENTURY IN ARTHUR ASHE STADIUM | Andy Taylor “Voice of the US Open”
Known as the Voice of the US Open, 2026 marks announcer Andy Taylor’s 25th year shaping the sound of the tennis season’s final Grand Slam. Today, he shares the booth with fellow presenters Michelle Yu and Blair Henley, who in 2023 became the first featured female voice on tennis’ biggest stage.
With his individual style and delivery, Andy writes and narrates each player’s introduction, highlighting their career accomplishments, providing context for fans before each match. As a voice talent, he also narrates video content and special announcements broadcast across the grounds of the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. For over twenty years, his distinctive sound and energy has helped drive and enhance the fan experience — Informing. Entertaining. Celebrating the sport and its colorful cast of characters.
In addition to his long-standing role in New York, Taylor also emcees other global events including the Olympic Games, Qatar ExxonMobil Open, Qatar Total Open, PSA Men’s World Championship, Qatar Classic Squash Championship, Ooredoo Qatar Major and World Padel Championship.
US OPEN | OPEN ERA MIXED DOUBLES CHAMPIONS
75 YEARS OF BREAKING BARRIERS … LAST YEAR’S US OPEN TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS
The 2025 US Open celebrated the late ALTHEA GIBSON, a Hall of Famer who broke the color barrier in tennis. In 1950, she became the first Black person to compete in the U.S. National Championships — won back-to-back Singles titles in 1957 and 1958 — secured the World #1 ranking — and ultimately captured 11 total Grand Slam titles over the course of her career.
SINGLES CHAMPIONS. 2025 US OPEN
Once again, 2024 champion ARYNA SABALENKA lifted the Women’s Singles trophy — defending her title with a straight-sets triumph over American Amanda Anisimova. She became the first singles talent to reach 3 consecutive US Open Finals since Serena Williams, who captured the titles in 2012, 2013 and 2014. Now a 4-time Grand Slam Singles Champion, it was Aryna’s third Major Final of 2025 — ensuring she would once again claim the year-end World #1 ranking.
Meanwhile, 2022 champion CARLOS ALCARAZ captured his second US Open Singles title and 6th Major overall — defeating rival Jannik Sinner. It was the pair’s third successive Grand Slam Final — and with the triumph, Alcaraz once again left New York with the World #1 ranking.
DOUBLES CHAMPIONS. 2025 US OPEN
In Doubles, 2019 finalists MARCEL GRANOLLERS and HORACIO ZEBALLOS captured their first US Open title — coming back from a set down to defeat Joe Salisbury and Neal Skupski. It was a rematch of the 2025 Roland Garros Final, also won by the Spaniard and Argentine.
On the ladies side, 2023 champions and reigning WTA Finals champions GABRIELA DABROWSKI and ERIN ROUTLIFFE became just the 12th team in the Open Era to capture two US Open titles — defeating top-seeds Katerina Siniakova and Taylor Townsend in the championship match. It was a rematch of last season’s WTA Finals, also won by the Canadian and Kiwi.
REIMAGINED MIXED DOUBLES CHAMPIONSHIP. 2025 US OPEN
The debut of the reimagined US Open Mixed Doubles Championship saw Italian veterans SARA ERRANI and ANDREA VAVASSORI defend their 2024 title — securing a statement triumph over singles greats Iga Swiatek and Casper Ruud. Remarkably, 78-thousand fans attended the two-day, revamped tournament — creating unmatched exposure for Mixed Doubles at the season’s final Major.
146 YEARS IN THE MAKING: 59th US OPEN TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS
The US Open, as we know it today, began in 1881. Four years after the first Wimbledon Championships, members of the Newport Casino in Rhode Island established the U.S. National Singles Championship. Popularity of the sport exploded during the following eight decades. And by 1968, the Open Era began, finally allowing professionals to compete alongside amateurs. Ever since, the sports four Grand Slam tournaments – the Australian Open, Roland Garros, Wimbledon and the US Open – cemented their status as the premiere events in professional tennis. Today, these Major trophies and titles are the pinnacle of career achievement.
GRAND SLAM TENNIS TOURNAMENTS – A LONG AND STORIED HISTORY
First, a quick timeline reflecting the roots of the Grand Slam:
- 1877 – The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club organized the first Wimbledon Championship.
- 1881 – Members of the Newport Casino in Rhode Island (now home of the International Tennis Hall of Fame) created the first U.S. National Singles Championship.
- 1891 – France joined the party. Though the tournament itself was not recognized as a Grand Slam until international participation was allowed in 1925.
- 1905 – Australia’s Major began as the Australasian Championships, earning Grand Slam status by 1924.
THE OPEN ERA BUILDS GRAND SLAM PRESTIGE
For decades, the Grand Slams only showcased amateur competition, the U.S. National Championship included. Prize money was paltry. Professional talents earned a living through traveling tours, rather than tournaments like Grand Slams. Essentially, two or more professionals would travel together from city to city. Competing night after night. Earning money through ticket sales.
Then in 1968, the Open Era began – allowing both amateur and professional athletes in a tournament format. That year, France hosted the first Open, followed by England and the United States. Brisbane hosted Australia’s Open debut the following January. With the sport’s top global talents all converging on the same four annual tournaments, the Grand Slams put themselves in position to grow alongside the popularity of the game.
Today, the US Open is the highest-attended annual sporting event in the world. In 2025 . . . 1,144,562 fans passed through the gates of the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center. Singles champions earned $5-million, while players who fell in the First Round grossed $110,000.
To put that in perspective: In 1968, the inaugural US Open committed $14,000 for the Men’s Singles Champion. When Arthur Ashe won – because he was an amateur – he turned down the prize money. Instead, the legendary humanitarian settled for a $20 per diem. What a difference 58-years makes.
WHO THE HELL IS ANDY TAYLOR?
Hey, I’m Andy Taylor – a voice artist, announcer and emcee who’s been fortunate enough to travel the world using my voice to add character to global events, media and more.
This unusual freelance world of voice over has found me introducing fighters for the ancient art of Lethwei in Myanmar — the Olympic Games in Athens, Rio and Tokyo — I’ve even been hired by attorneys to provide a voice in court for their deceased clients. Most in tennis know me as the Voice of the US Open.
To learn more about my voice over and announcing work, I encourage you to browse the site using the menus above. And be sure to check out my most recent work through the WHAT’S NEW link.
Sincerely, thanks for visiting.
