5 US Open dark horses for men’s draw in tennis’ Grand Slam

WASHINGTON, DC - AUGUST 01: Taylor Fritz of the United States celebrates during a men's singles match against Brandon Nakashima of the United States on day six of the Mubadala DC Open 2026 at William H.G. FitzGerald Tennis Center on August 01, 2026 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Emilee Chinn/Getty Images) | Getty Images Men’s tennis isn’t exactly in an age of parity. Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz dominate tournaments when both play, and there is a strong class of second-level threats waiting…