US Open Tennis 2015: TV Schedule, Start Times for Friday Night Draw

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Published: September 4, 2015

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The prime-time affairs in Flushing Meadows, New York, are getting better and better as the 2015 U.S. Open enters its first weekend. 

Even with just two matches set to grace the Arthur Ashe Stadium court under the lights Friday, there's no shortage of storylines and potential drama. As if an all-American battle between the queen of women's tennis and an under-the-radar challenger isn't enough, a slumping legend will also look to keep his quest for a title alive.

Here's a glance into both of Friday night's marquee matches.

 

Friday Night Schedule

No. 1 Serena Williams vs. Bethanie Mattek-Sands



There aren't many fellow Americans on the tour whom Serena Williams knows better than Bethanie Mattek-Sands. But that doesn't mean there will be a huge sense of familiarity when the two take the court Friday night.

That's because despite both players aged 30 or older and having a wealth of experience, Williams and Mattek-Sands have only faced off twice. The last meeting came way back in 2008, when Williams dispatched her opponent in two easy sets.

Despite that, Mattek-Sands is well accustomed to Flushing Meadows, as she is embarking on her 13th career appearance. The spotlight usually hasn't followed her in the previous dozen outings, but that has changed heading into this one, and she appears ready.

"I have nothing to lose... I know how Serena's going to come. She plays aggressive," Mattek-Sands told Danielle Elliot of Yahoo Sports. "I mean, she plays big. I'm just going to go out with my game plan. That's really all I'm kind of thinking about now."

Of course, going out there with her game plan will only produce results if Williams is unable to stick to her own game plan. Even in situations where this happens, Williams typically has the time and the resolve to turn things around.

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