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US Open issues major instruction to broadcasters as Trump set to sit a suite sponsored by…

Updated on: Sep 07, 2025 06:25 PM IST

US Open broadcasters instructed to avoid showing negative reactions to Trump during Sinner vs. Alcaraz match. Meanwhile, security heightened for his attendance.

The US Open broadcasters have been advised to refrain from displaying any unfavorable audience reactions to President Donald Trump during the men's final on Sunday.

Donald Trump's visit could perhaps detract from Alcaraz and Sinner's attention as they compete in their third consecutive grand slam final.(AP)

Flushing Meadows security has been increased ahead of the president's anticipated attendance for the Jannik Sinner vs. Carlos Alcaraz match in New York.

Trump used to frequently attend the US Open, but he hasn't visited since 2015, the year before he became the US president for the first time, when he was jeered by fans.

US Open sends email to broadcasters

According to an email that the organizers sent to broadcasters, the 79-year-old will be seen on television when the national anthem is sung before the game.

“We ask all broadcasters to refrain from showing any disruptions or reactions in response to the president's attendance in any capacity,” the organisers said, as per The Guardian.

Trump's visit could perhaps detract from Alcaraz and Sinner's attention as they compete in their third consecutive grand slam final.

Alcaraz feels that having Trump during the event is beneficial for tennis, stating: “It is a privilege for the tournaments having the president from every country just to support the tournament, to support tennis, and to support the match.”

He, however, added that he would not like to think about it since his presence could make him nervous.

“For me, playing in front of him, I will try not to be focused on that, and I will try not to think about it. I don’t want myself to be nervous because of it, but I think, attending the tennis match, it’s great for tennis to have the president coming to the final.”

 
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