As the U.S. Open swings into action, the real ace off the courts comes courtesy of your wallet—specifically your American Express credit card.
This year, American Express isn’t just sponsoring the event. It’s turning it into a full-blown member experience, with lounges, swag and unexpected perks that elevate the tournament from good seats to unforgettable memories.
Swing Into the Lounge
If you’re carrying The Platinum Card® from American Express (Terms apply, see rates & fees) or Centurion® Card from American Express* (available by invitation only), consider it your backstage pass. Nestled on the second level of Louis Armstrong Stadium, the pop-up Amex Centurion Lounge, open from August 24 through September 7, offers rest and relaxation for cardholders.
Cardholders can enjoy chef-curated bites, specialty cocktails and an atmosphere that feels more like a private club than a spectator area. You’ll need a same-day reservation, released daily on Resy starting at 9:30 a.m., and you can bring one guest.
If you don’t have The Platinum Card® from American Express or Centurion® Card from American Express*, you can still enjoy a lounge experience designed just for Amex cardholders. All other eligible Amex cardholders can visit the Card Member Lounge, located on the second floor of the Fan Experience.
Open on a first-come, first-served basis, this air-conditioned retreat welcomes cardholders and up to two guests.
5X Reward Rate
Earn 5X Membership Rewards® Points for flights booked directly with airlines or with American Express Travel® up to $500,000 onRead More
Welcome Bonus
As High As 175,000 points. Find Out Your Offer.
Annual Fee
$695
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- You may be eligible for as high as 175,000 Membership Rewards® Points after you spend $8,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer. Apply to know if you’re approved and find out your exact welcome offer amount – all with no credit score impact. If you’re approved and choose to accept the Card, your score may be impacted.
- Earn 5X Membership Rewards® Points for flights booked directly with airlines or with American Express Travel® up to $500,000 on these purchases per calendar year and earn 5X Membership Rewards® Points on prepaid hotels booked with American Express Travel®.
- $200 Hotel Credit: Get up to $200 back in statement credits each year on prepaid Fine Hotels + Resorts® or The Hotel Collection bookings through American Express Travel using your Platinum Card®. The Hotel Collection requires a minimum two-night stay.
- $240 Digital Entertainment Credit: Get up to $20 back in statement credits each month on eligible purchases made with your Platinum Card® on one or more of the following: Disney+, a Disney+ bundle, ESPN+, Hulu, The New York Times, Peacock, and The Wall Street Journal. Enrollment required.
- Enjoy the benefits of the Global Lounge Collection, with over $500 of annual value if you visit Centurion Lounges and each of our partner lounges including Delta Sky Club® lounges when flying an eligible Delta flight (subject to visit limitations) , select Lufthansa lounges when flying Lufthansa, Plaza Premium lounges and Escape Lounges, and enroll in Priority Pass Select. See terms.
- A Walmart+ membership can get you free shipping with no order minimum on eligible items shipped by Walmart. Use your Platinum Card® to pay for a monthly Walmart+ membership (subject to auto-renewal) and receive one statement credit for up to $12.95 (plus applicable taxes. Plus Ups not eligible) each month. Free Shipping excludes most Marketplace items, freight & certain location surcharges. Paramount+ Essential plan only, separate registration required.
- $200 Airline Fee Credit: Select one qualifying airline and then receive up to $200 in statement credits per calendar year when incidental fees are charged by the airline to your Platinum Card® Account. American Express relies on airlines to submit the correct information on airline transactions to identify incidental fee purchases. If you do not see a credit for a qualifying incidental purchase on your eligible Card after 8 weeks, simply call the number on the back of your Card. Qualifying airlines are subject to change. See terms & conditions for more details.
- $200 Uber Cash: Platinum Card® Members can ride or dine in style with $15 in Uber Cash each month, plus a bonus $20 in December after adding their Card to their Uber account. Use your Uber Cash on rides and orders in the U.S. when you select an Amex Card for your transaction.
- $199 CLEAR® Plus Credit: CLEAR® Plus helps get you to your gate faster by using unique facial attributes to verify you are you at 50+ airports nationwide. Receive up to $199 in statement credits per calendar year after you pay for your CLEAR Plus Membership (subject to auto-renewal) with the Platinum Card®.
- Receive either a $120 statement credit every 4 years for a Global Entry application fee or a statement credit up to $85 every 4.5 years for a TSA PreCheck® (through a TSA official enrollment provider) application fee, when charged to your Platinum Card®. Card Members approved for Global Entry will also receive access to TSA PreCheck at no additional cost.
- Shop Saks with Platinum: Get up to $100 in statement credits annually for purchases in Saks Fifth Avenue stores or at saks.com on your Platinum Card®. That’s up to $50 in statement credits semi-annually. Enrollment required.
- Use Global Dining Access by Resy to access premium dining experiences. Receive Priority Notify and unlock insider access to some of the world’s most sought-after restaurants with Global Dining Access by Resy. Download the Resy iOS app or log into Resy.com and add your Platinum Card® to your Resy profile to take advantage of your special benefits and discover restaurants near you.
- $695 annual fee.
- Terms Apply.
Chill While You Stay Connected
Instead of hauling a bulky radio, Amex keeps you synced with court action via their branded earpiece radios. You can plug in from your seat and catch ESPN’s live coverage on the go, without interrupting your snack runs or photo ops. On-site radios are available at several locations, with one radio allowed per cardholder each day.
Amex also brings savings into play. When you enroll your card, you can earn a $10 statement credit when you spend at least $100 at select on-site vendors, whether it’s grabbing a quick bite or shopping for souvenirs.
Bottom Line
Amex transforms your U.S. Open visit into something more than just ticketed entertainment. Between on-site lounges, statement credits and on-the-go updates, your day at the Open becomes as seamless as your favorite backhand.
If you want the full VIP treatment, show up early, reserve that Centurion lounge spot, tap into Amex offers and let your card do more than pay—let it elevate.
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