NEW YORK — The latest on the U.S. Open (all times local):
4:45 p.m.
Marin Cilic started the defense of his U.S. Open title with a straight-set victory.
Cilic beat 94th-ranked qualifier Guido Pella 6-3, 7-6 (3), 7-6 (3) on Monday, looking comfortable with his status as the reigning champ. Cilic was the surprise winner last year for his first major title.
He hasn't quite been able to find that same form since, hindered by injuries, and is seeded ninth. He was the first reigning U.S. Open men's champ since 2001 to not begin his title defense at Arthur Ashe Stadium, playing at Louis Armstrong instead.