209: Alcaraz Ready to Rule NYC, Father Time Catching Novak? | US Open Something Major Round 1 | EP 209
Podcast: Nothing MajorPublished On: Wed Sep 02 2026
Description: On this first episode of Something Major from the US Open, Sam, John, and Stevie recap all the first-round action, starting with Novak Djokovic’s shocking five-set loss to Navone after looking physically unwell and vomiting on court. The guys debate whether age or illness is behind his recent struggles before breaking down Carlos Alcaraz’s straight-sets win over Safiullin, Tsitsipas’ comeback against Arthur Fils, and Stan Wawrinka’s final major match in a loss to Berrettini.The crew also runs through the American roundup, with Ben Shelton surviving a rough start, Frances Tiafoe escaping in five, and Learner Tien, Brandon Nakashima, and Alex Michelsen cruising through. Plus, they preview key second-round matchups, make bracket updates, and bring the late-night “Ron Burgundy” name-reading chaos.18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves significant risk and is not appropriate for everyone. Please carefully consider if it is appropriate for you in light of your personal financialcircumstances. Kalshi products are not available in all jurisdictions. See kalshi.com/regulatory for more information.Get an exclusive 15% discount on your first Saily data plans! Use code nothing major at checkout. Download Saily app or go to https://saily.com/nothingmajor00:00 Cold Open and Setup00:36 Djokovic Shock Exit05:25 Celebrity Jumbotron 06:05 Alcaraz Returns in Style11:27 Tsitsipas Stuns Fils13:37 Wawrinka Farewell vs Berrettini15:04 Monfils Show and Next Test16:34 Shelton Survives Slow Start17:44 Tiafoe Five Set Escape19:02 Other Americans Roll19:08 Nakashima vs Michelsen Hype19:51 American Men Round One Recap20:32 Zverev Scoreboard Watch21:05 Women Seeds Hold Serve22:17 Osaka Outfit Talk22:54 Shelton vs Hurkacz Breakdown24:31 Tiafoe Matchup and App Feature26:31 Other Round Two Blockbusters28:38 Ron Burgundy30:27 Women's Round Two33:04 Bracket Update and Signoff
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