US Open Tennis 2016: Bracket Predictions, Odds for Top Players and Prize Money

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Published: August 28, 2016

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Novak Djokovic has been given a tough draw as he bids to defend his U.S. Open title. The Serb is in the first quarter of the draw and will meet Jerzy Janowicz in the opening round.

As a result of the draw, Marin Cilic could be waiting for Djokovic in the quarter-final. It's a daunting path for the two-time tournament winner.

Serena Williams won't have things any easier at the start of the women's event. She goes up against Ekaterina Makarova in the first round, who she faced at the semi-final stage back in 2014.

Whoever does emerge at the top of both brackets can expect to collect a massive $3.5 million, per Steven Kutz of Market Watch, making this the most lucrative tennis tournament in history.

Here's what the payouts look like:



Here are the odds for the top players:



Djokovic Will Reign Again He may be facing a daunting draw, but Djokovic welcomes it, per ESPN Tennis:



Of course, making good on his confidence will mean getting past Janowicz. The Pole reached the semi-final at Wimbledon in 2013 and is a tricky opponent on his day.



Djokovic had better hope it isn't one of Janowicz's better days when the pair meet in the first round on Monday. The Serb may be the favourite, but he's under no small amount of pressure after quick and dismal exits at both this year's Wimbledon and the 2016 Olympics.

If Djokovic does get his groove back, he'll still need to be on his guard against Cilic. Geoff MacDonald of the New York Times wisely named the Croatian as one of the dark horses of the tourney.

Cilic has split from coach Goran Ivanisevic, but he still boasts a powerful and varied service game that could cause Djokovic problems.

Still, there are few styles Djokovic can't handle when he's on top form. The Serb's defences are excellent, but he's been far from his norm...
Article Source: Bleacher Report - Tennis

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