Kerber Kicks Off US Open Weekend

Welcome back to the WTA Insider Live Blog, taking you inside all the action from the 2016 US Open. On the first Friday of the event, Arthur Ashe Stadium features a packed order of play, starting with former No.1 and two-time finalist Caroline Wozniacki, who takes on fiery Romanian Monica Niculescu for the first time in three years. Later on, a next generation tussle between American Madison Keys and Naomi Osaka before Angelique Kerber closes out the night against another young American, Catherine Bellis. Keep up with the latest insight, analysis, and quotes from your favorite players right here and on Twitter @WTA_Insider.