Roger Federer, Pete Sampras, and Jimmy Connors each won 5 US Open titles in the Open Era. Serena Williams and Chris Evert lead women’s records with 6 titles each.
The US Open Tennis Winners List spans over 140 years of competition since 1881. The tournament moved to Flushing Meadows in 1978 on hard courts at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center.
Most US Open Tennis Winners by Championship Count
| Rank | Player | Titles | Era | Nationality |
| 1 (Men) | Roger Federer | 5 | 2004-2008 | Switzerland |
| 1 (Men) | Pete Sampras | 5 | 1990-2002 | USA |
| 1 (Men) | Jimmy Connors | 5 | 1974-1983 | USA |
| 2 (Men) | Novak Djokovic | 4 | 2011-2023 | Serbia |
| 3 (Men) | John McEnroe | 4 | 1979-1984 | USA |
| 1 (Women) | Serena Williams | 6 | 1999-2014 | USA |
| 1 (Women) | Chris Evert | 6 | 1975-1982 | USA |
| 2 (Women) | Margaret Court | 5 | 1962-1973 | Australia |
| 2 (Women) | Steffi Graf | 5 | 1988-1996 | Germany |
| 3 (Women) | Billie Jean King | 4 | 1967-1974 | USA |
Roger Federer dominated men’s tennis by winning 5 consecutive US Open titles from 2004 to 2008. Serena Williams claimed 6 US Open tennis winners titles, cementing her legacy as one of tennis’s greatest champions.
Recent US Open Tennis Winners (2015-2025)
| Year | Men’s Champion | Women’s Champion | Finals Score |
| 2025 | Carlos Alcaraz | Aryna Sabalenka | Alcaraz def. Sinner 6-2, 3-6, 6-1, 6-4 |
| 2024 | Jannik Sinner | Aryna Sabalenka | Sinner def. Fritz 6-3, 6-4, 7-5 |
| 2023 | Novak Djokovic | Coco Gauff | Djokovic def. Medvedev 6-3, 7-6, 6-3 |
| 2022 | Carlos Alcaraz | Iga Swiatek | Alcaraz def. Ruud 6-4, 2-6, 7-5, 6-2 |
| 2021 | Daniil Medvedev | Emma Raducanu | Raducanu def. Fernandez 6-4, 6-3 |
| 2020 | Dominic Thiem | Naomi Osaka | Thiem def. Medvedev 2-6, 4-6, 1-6, 6-4, 7-6 |
| 2019 | Rafael Nadal | Bianca Andreescu | Nadal def. Medvedev 7-5, 6-3, 5-7, 4-6, 6-4 |
| 2018 | Novak Djokovic | Naomi Osaka | Osaka def. Serena Williams 6-2, 6-4 |
| 2017 | Rafael Nadal | Sloane Stephens | Stephens def. Keys 6-3, 6-0 |
| 2016 | Stan Wawrinka | Angelique Kerber | Wawrinka def. Djokovic 6-4, 6-4, 6-2 |
| 2015 | Novak Djokovic | Flavia Pennetta | Djokovic def. Federer 6-4, 5-7, 6-4, 6-4 |
Carlos Alcaraz won back-to-back US Open tennis winners titles in 2022 and 2025. Aryna Sabalenka claimed consecutive championships in 2023 and 2024, joining elite company in women’s tennis.
Men’s US Open Tennis Dynasty Eras
Roger Federer (2004-2008)
Federer won 5 consecutive US Open titles, establishing a dominant streak unmatched in the Open Era. His baseline game and serve combination proved nearly unbeatable on hard courts. He defeated some of tennis’s toughest competitors during his reign.
The Swiss master won his 2004 title as an emerging force in tennis. By 2008, Federer had established himself as the clear favorite every year. His five-peat remains one of sport’s greatest achievement spans.
Pete Sampras (1990-2002)
Sampras won 4 titles at the US Open, with victories spread across 12 years. His dominant serve was nearly unreturnable in key moments. Sampras claimed his fifth title in 2002, his final Grand Slam victory.
The American legend competed in an era featuring Agassi, Courier, and Chang. His consistency at Flushing Meadows proved remarkable over multiple decades. Sampras won his 1990 title at just 19 years old.
Jimmy Connors (1974-1983)
Connors won five US Open titles during his legendary career spanning multiple surfaces. He won on grass, clay, and hardcourt, making him unique among men’s champions. Connors’ intensity and fighting spirit defined his championship runs.
His 1974 victory came on grass at Forest Hills. Later wins on hard courts at Flushing Meadows showed his versatility. Connors remained competitive into his thirties winning multiple titles.
Women’s US Open Tennis Champions
Serena Williams (1999-2014)
Serena Williams captured 6 US Open tennis winners titles across 15 years. Her power game revolutionized women’s tennis fundamentally. She won her first title in 1999 and final title in 2014 at age 32.
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Williams achieved the rare feat of winning on different surfaces. She defeated the sport’s best players repeatedly in championship matches. Her 2014 victory marked her 18th Grand Slam singles title.
Chris Evert (1975-1982)
Evert won 6 US Open championships, tying Serena Williams for the record. Her baseline consistency made her nearly unbeatable on hard courts. Evert dominated throughout the 1970s and early 1980s.
She won on both clay and hardcourt surfaces at the US Open. Evert’s accuracy and patient point construction defined her game. Her titles came during an era of fierce competition from Martina Navratilova.
Margaret Court (1962-1973)
Court won 5 US Open titles during the amateur and early Open Era. She captured championships across two decades, showing remarkable longevity. Court’s powerful serving revolutionized women’s tennis fundamentals.
Her 1962 victory came as an amateur before professional players competed. Court continued winning after the Open Era began in 1968. She remained formidable competition throughout the early 1970s.
Historic US Open Tennis Winners List Records
Jimmy Connors remains the only player to win US Open titles on all three surfaces. He won on grass at Forest Hills, clay at Philadelphia, and hardcourt at Flushing Meadows. This unique achievement reflects his incredible versatility.
Chris Evert achieved a similar distinction for women, winning on clay and hardcourt. No female player has won on grass, clay, and hardcourt like Connors. Evert’s surface versatility remains remarkable in women’s tennis history.
Roger Federer’s 5 consecutive titles from 2004-2008 remain unmatched in the Open Era. No man has won more consecutive US Open championships in the modern game. His streak dominated an entire five-year period.
Teams and Doubles Winners
The US Open Tennis Winners List includes doubles champions since 1881. Doubles competition remains equally prestigious with singles titles. Winners compete in men’s, women’s, and mixed doubles categories.
Several players won both singles and doubles titles in the same year. Billie Jean King won singles and doubles multiple times at the US Open. These achievements require mastery of both singles and team play.
Which Players Have Never Won a Title
Many all-time greats never captured US Open singles championships despite reaching Finals. Bjorn Borg reached the US Open Finals 4 times but never won. Maria Sharapova reached Finals multiple times but only won once.
Andy Murray won the US Open once in 2012 after multiple attempts. Stan Wawrinka struggled to win until his 2016 victory over Djokovic. Some legendary players were more successful at other Grand Slams.
FAQs
Who Won the Most US Open Tennis Titles?
Serena Williams holds the record with 6 US Open tennis winners titles. She won her first in 1999 and final title in 2014. Her dominance spanned across nearly two decades.
Which Male Player Has Won the Most US Open Championships?
Roger Federer, Pete Sampras, and Jimmy Connors share the men’s record with 5 titles each. Federer won consecutively from 2004-2008. Sampras and Connors won across different eras.
How Many Times Did Novak Djokovic Win the US Open?
Novak Djokovic won 4 US Open singles championships (2011, 2015, 2018, 2023). His 2023 victory tied him with Margaret Court’s all-time Grand Slam record. Djokovic reached 5 US Open Finals appearances.
Has Any Player Won Back-to-Back US Open Tennis Titles?
Yes, multiple US Open tennis winners achieved back-to-back titles. Aryna Sabalenka won in 2023 and 2024 consecutively. Carlos Alcaraz won in 2022 and 2025, though not consecutive years.
