Broadcasters told not to air criticism of Trump at US Open final

WorldPolitics
7 Sep 2025 • 5:21 PM MYT
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  • Donald Trump is expected to attend the US Open men's singles final between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner on Sunday, marking his first return to the tournament in a decade.
  • The United States Tennis Association (USTA) has instructed broadcasters, including Sky Sports and ESPN, to refrain from showcasing any negative reactions or disruptions towards Trump during his appearance.
  • Trump, who was booed during his last US Open visit in 2015, will be seated in a corporate suite and is anticipated to be shown on the big screen during the national anthems.
  • Enhanced security measures will be implemented for the final, which starts at 2pm ET.
  • Carlos Alcaraz, one of the finalists, said that Trump's attendance is a privilege for tennis and said he would not be distracted by his presence during the match.

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