Trump at the US Open Final: Organizers ask broadcasters not to show audience reactions.

According to The Sun: The organizers of the US Open tennis championship have asked broadcasters not to focus on negative reactions to Donald Trump, who is attending this tournament for the first time since 2015.

Trump's Visit to the Final

The US President will appear on television during the national anthem before the match between Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz in the men's singles final.

Trump was invited by one of the sponsors, and he will watch the match from a corporate box.

Additional security measures have been implemented ahead of the match, which will begin at 2:00 PM local time (7:00 PM BST).

Due to the risk of negative reactions from the audience, television networks will attempt to avoid showing such moments.

“We ask all broadcasters to refrain from highlighting any disruptions related to the President's presence in any form,”

Feedback and Security

Trump, who was elected for a second term in 2024, has not attended the Open since taking office in 2016.

Previously, he frequently visited Flushing Meadows, and the last time he was at the tournament was ten years ago with his wife Melania.

The former real estate mogul also plans to attend a Yankees baseball game on September 11 and the Ryder Cup in Bethpage later this month.

Trump became the first sitting president to attend the Super Bowl in New Orleans this year.

Bill Clinton watched tennis from Arthur Ashe Stadium during the 2000 tournament, just months before George Bush became the next president.

Alcaraz's Comments

Trump's presence has posed a challenge for the security of the United States Tennis Association, and networks have warned their staff of a potential ban on entry with bags.

Wimbledon champion Carlos Alcaraz, 22, shared his thoughts on what it’s like to play in front of a sitting U.S. President:

“For tournaments, it’s a privilege to have a president from every country supporting the tournament, tennis, and the match.”

“Playing in front of him... honestly, I will try not to focus on that so I don’t get nervous.”

“I think his presence at the match is great for tennis.”

Trump's visit to the US Open highlights not only the importance of the event but also the challenges associated with security at major sporting events. Organizers and broadcasters are striving to limit potential negative reactions while trying to maintain a festive atmosphere for all participants. Time will tell how his presence will affect the audience and the match itself.