Young American pair shocks veteran duo at US Open while sandwich craze booms

In the US Open men's doubles, the young American duo of Brandon Carpico and Nikita Filin, granted a wild-card entry, overcame veteran partners Marcelo Melo and John Peers in a three-set battle, 3-6, 7-6, 6-4, to move on to the third round. Their run began with a first-round upset of the No. 8 seeds Orlando Luz and Rafael Matos. The pair’s victory highlights the unpredictable nature of the tournament, as both Melo and Peers have previously reached US Open finals with other partners.

Off the court, the tournament’s food scene is dominated by Salt Hank’s French dip sandwich, a single-item offering from Henry Laporte that has attracted lines wrapping around the venue. USTA National Tennis Center COO Danny Zausner said sales have been three times the daily total of the West Village shop. Players such as Taylor Townsend recalled playing in empty stadiums during COVID, emphasizing how fan presence now feels vital. Spectators like Gavin McGee, Rob Carlson and Emma Barrett say social media hype and hunger drive the sandwich’s popularity.