Trump's appearance at the US Open Finals sparks commotion

Trump's presence ignites commotion during the US Open tennis tournament

In an unexpected turn of events, former President Donald Trump made an appearance at the Arthur Ashe Stadium during the US Open final on Sunday. His visit, however, was not without controversy and caused a delay in the much-anticipated match between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner.

As the clock ticked closer to the start of the final, many seats in the stadium remained empty, leading to criticism from spectators and tennis enthusiasts alike. The start of the match was initially scheduled for 4:00 PM, but due to increased security measures accompanying Trump's visit, the US Open final started 49 minutes late.

Before the match began, Trump was seen standing saluting during the national anthem, an image that was broadcast on screens and television sets worldwide. This was Trump's first visit to the US Open final since 2015, and his presence was met with a mix of boos and applause from the crowd.

As the match progressed, Alcaraz rose to the top of the world rankings after securing a hard-fought victory against Sinner. The scoreline read 6:2, 3:6, 6:1, 6:4 in favour of the young Spaniard. Boos echoed through the stadium when Trump reappeared in his box after the first set, adding to the tense atmosphere.

The US Open final was accompanied by a lot of noise and disruption due to Trump's visit. A Secret Service detail was deployed around the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, and the organizers requested censorship measures before Trump's visit to prevent any disturbances or reactions in response to his presence.

ESPN, the broadcasting channel, showed mixed reactions to Trump's presence, with some commentators expressing disapproval and others remaining neutral. Despite Trump's criticisms of other celebrities, including rock legend Bruce Springsteen, the latter was cheered by the crowd during the event.

Before entering politics, Trump owned a suite in the stadium for nearly two decades, which he gave up during his first term in 2017. Tickets for the US Open final started at $699, making it an exclusive event for many.

Melania Trump did not accompany her husband during his visit to the US Open in 2022; she was notably absent while he attended as a guest of Rolex. This was the first time in three Grand Slam finals that it didn't go the full five sets for Alcaraz and Sinner, marking a historic moment in the world of tennis.

Despite the controversies and disruptions caused by Trump's visit, the US Open final was a memorable event that will be talked about for years to come. Carlos Alcaraz's victory was a testament to his skill and determination, and his rise to the top of the world rankings is a story that will inspire tennis players for generations.