US Open in security breach as fan reaches into bag of leading tennis player

3 Sep 2025 • 2:57 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • A fan attempted to open Jannik Sinner's bag at the US Open following his quarter-final victory over Alexander Bublik.
  • The incident took place on Arthur Ashe Stadium after Sinner's dominant 6-1 6-1 6-1 win.
  • A security staff member quickly intervened, swatting the fan's arm away as they reached for the bag.
  • This event follows another recent incident at the US Open where a signed hat was snatched from a young boy.
  • Sinner was not asked about the bag incident after the match, while Bublik humorously described his opponent's play as 'AI-generated'.

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