President Trump's U.S. Open Appearance Draws Mixed Reactions and Security Delays
President Trump attended the U.S. Open men's final in New York, receiving mixed crowd reactions. His presence caused security delays for fans, prompting the USTA to request broadcast censorship.
Trump Got Booed at the U.S. Open, Again
New York Post
U.S. Open Crowd Booed Trump Repeatedly
Rolling Stone
Subscribe to unlock this story
We really don't like cutting you off, but you've reached your monthly limit. At just $5/month, subscriptions are how we keep this project going. Start your free 7-day trial today!
Get StartedHave an account? Sign in
Overview
- President Trump attended the U.S. Open men's final in New York, marking his first appearance at the event in a decade and as president.
- Upon his arrival from the Rolex Suite, President Trump received a notable mix of both cheers and loud boos from the crowd.
- Increased security for President Trump's visit caused long lines and a 30-minute delay in the men's final, leading many fans to miss the start.
- The U.S. Tennis Association requested broadcasters to avoid showing crowd disruptions or reactions to President Trump's presence during the live telecast.
- President Trump attended the final as a guest of Rolex, watching Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz amidst the varied crowd response and security protocols.
Report issue
Read both sides in 5 minutes each day
Analysis
Center-leaning sources frame this story by emphasizing the negative crowd reception towards former President Trump, highlighting how boos "drowned out" cheers. They portray the USTA's request to broadcasters as an attempt to "essentially censor" crowd reactions, suggesting an effort to control the narrative around his public appearances and reinforce a critical view of his reception.
"Mr. Trump was cheered during the National Anthem, although the stadium was not yet full, and was later booed when shown again on the screens inside."
CBS News"President Donald Trump was loudly booed at the men's final of the U.S. Open on Sunday, where extra security caused long lines that many people missed the start of play."
ABC News"Fans enduring a lengthy wait to get into the U.S. Open final booed and chanted “Let us in! Let us in!” when the match between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner began Sunday after a delay."
Associated Press"The stands were filled with a passionate response."
Deadline"Trump was shown on feeds from the tournament before the pre-match ceremony and during the singing of the United States national anthem and received a healthy mix of boos, which drowned out the cheers."
USA TODAYArticles (17)
Center (5)
FAQ
His appearance required increased security measures, leading to long lines and a 30-minute delay in the men's final, causing many fans to miss the start.
The crowd response was mixed, with notable cheers as well as loud boos when President Trump arrived.
The USTA requested broadcasters to avoid showing any disruptions or crowd reactions in response to President Trump's attendance during the live telecast.
President Trump attended the men's final between tennis players Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz, two rivals who have competed multiple times in Grand Slam finals.
He was invited as a guest of Rolex and sat in their private suite at the Arthur Ashe Stadium.
History
- This story does not have any previous versions.