Men's SinglesQualifyingQualifying 2nd Round
Wed, August 26th at 4:00 PM EDT
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Court 14
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Christopher O'Connell US Open 2026 schedule, results and profile
Christopher O'Connell is listed in Men's Singles at this US Open. The match record on this page is 0-0. Next is Stefanos Sakellaridis in the Men's Singles Qualifying 1st Round.
Tournament record 1–0
Singles rank No. 105
Next match
When does Christopher O'Connell play next?
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Player profile
Christopher O'Connell returns from boat cleaning to the Top 60
Christopher O'Connell stepped away from tennis in early 2018 and cleaned boats around Sydney Harbour rather than coach on court. He returned later that year from outside the Top 1000, finished 2019 at No. 120 and eventually reached a career-high No. 53 in September 2023. That peak followed a US Open second round and a straight-sets Challenger title in Shanghai after the long flight from New York. The Australian right-hander uses a one-handed backhand and has built his career through resilience rather than junior stardom. His comeback remains one of the clearest late-development stories in the men's field.
Profile facts: US Open Tennis Championships player page ↗
US Open story
Christopher O'Connell begins 2026 US Open qualifying
O'Connell has five US Open main-draw appearances. His best came in 2024, when wins over Nicolas Jarry and Mattia Bellucci carried him to the third round before eventual champion Jannik Sinner stopped him. He also pushed 2023 finalist Daniil Medvedev to four sets in round two. In 2026, O'Connell starts in qualifying against Stefanos Sakellaridis and needs three wins to return to the main field. His New York experience is much deeper than his opponent's, but the qualifying status reflects a current ranking outside direct entry and removes any protection from one poor match.
What to watch
Christopher O'Connell versus Stefanos Sakellaridis fan guide
O'Connell's one-handed backhand gives the matchup a distinctive visual, especially when Sakellaridis directs a high ball to that wing. The Australian can avoid being pinned there by using his forehand early and taking the backhand down the line when space opens. His 2024 run showed he can sustain four-set physical matches, while this best-of-three qualifier rewards a faster start. Fans should watch O'Connell's return position against the taller Greek player and whether he keeps the second-serve return deep. If he controls that first neutral exchange, his five New York main draws provide a meaningful experience advantage.
Current tournament
Christopher O'Connell at the 2026 US Open
Christopher O'Connell is listed in Men's Singles at this US Open. The match record on this page is 0-0. Next is Stefanos Sakellaridis in the Men's Singles Qualifying 1st Round.
Fan view
What fans should know before Christopher O'Connell's next match
The next matchup is against Stefanos Sakellaridis in Qualifying 1st Round. It is assigned to Court 6. Use the match card below for the start time in your selected timezone.
New York record
Christopher O'Connell's US Open history by year
Previous singles and doubles finishes provide context for this year's run. A dash means no result is listed for that event in the official player record.
| Year | Singles finish | Doubles finish |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | First round | — |
| 2024 | Third round | — |
| 2023 | Second round | First round |
| 2022 | First round | — |
| 2020 | Second round | — |
Tournament path
Christopher O'Connell US Open schedule and results
Read from the earliest round to the latest. Each card shows the event, stage, round, opponent, court, status and set score when available.
Men's SinglesQualifyingQualifying 1st Round
Final
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Court 6
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Men's SinglesQualifyingQualifying 2nd Round
Wed, August 26th at 4:00 PM EDT
Date TBA · Time TBA
Court 14
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Quick answers
Christopher O'Connell US Open FAQ
When does Christopher O'Connell play next at the US Open?
Christopher O'Connell next plays Nicolai Budkov Kjaer in the Men's Singles Qualifying 2nd Round. The match card gives the court and start time in the selected timezone.
What is Christopher O'Connell's record at this US Open?
Christopher O'Connell has a 1-0 record in the matches currently attached to this tournament page.
Which events is Christopher O'Connell playing?
The current match data lists Christopher O'Connell in Men's Singles.
What is Christopher O'Connell's best US Open result?
He reached the third round in 2024.
What unusual job did Christopher O'Connell do during a tennis break?
He cleaned boats around Sydney Harbour in 2018.
Who does Christopher O'Connell face in 2026 qualifying?
He plays Stefanos Sakellaridis in the first round.
Match times, courts and results can change during the tournament. Profile facts come from the official US Open player record; live tournament cards use the published schedule and scores. This site is an independent fan planning tool.