In this conversation, Dan Kiernan and Calvin discuss the recent changes to the US Open mixed doubles format, including the implications of reducing the draw size and the introduction of a new prize money structure. They debate whether this new format can be considered a grand slam event and explore the potential impact on the doubles game and player dynamics. The discussion also touches on the broader implications of tennis as a sport.
Dan Kiernan is a Grand Slam winning coach with Gaby Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe who won the 2023 US Open women's doubles and the most recent winners of the WTA Finals.
Calvin Betton is now a 2 time Grand Slam champion coach with Henry Pattern and Harri Heliövaara. The current holders for the men's doubles Australian Open and Wimbledon.
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