Trump’s Return to the US Open Final After a Decade
So, here’s the big story—Donald Trump, now back in the White House for his second term, is set to attend the men’s singles final at the US Open this weekend in New York. This is making headlines not only because it’s the first time a sitting U.S. president will be at the tournament in 25 years, but also because Trump hasn’t been seen at Flushing Meadows since 2015, well before his presidency began.
The United States Tennis Association has confirmed that Trump will be a guest in a corporate suite, invited by one of the tournament’s sponsors. His appearance is planned for the national anthem ceremony, just before Italy’s Jannik Sinner faces off against Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz in what’s shaping up to be a blockbuster final. Naturally, security is being tightened with extra measures in place, given both the profile of the event and Trump’s presence.
Interestingly, the USTA has already sent a memo to broadcasters asking them not to draw attention to any negative reactions from the crowd. That’s probably a precaution, knowing New York crowds can be vocal and unpredictable, especially with politics involved.
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Now, looking back, Trump has a long association with the US Open. Born in Queens, the very borough where the tournament is held, he was once a regular face in the crowd. His organization even had its own suite near the broadcast booth until 2017, when it was given up during his first year in office. On his last known visit a decade ago, he was even greeted by John McEnroe, the seven-time Grand Slam champion.
As for the players, Carlos Alcaraz, the 22-year-old Spaniard going for his sixth major title, has actually welcomed the idea of Trump attending. He said having presidents come to support big tournaments is a privilege, and he called Trump’s presence “great for tennis.” Alcaraz admitted he’ll try not to think about it during the match so it doesn’t add pressure, but he seemed genuinely positive about the attention this could bring to the sport.
Jannik Sinner, the defending champion, will be on the other side of the net, and this final already has enough star power without politics entering the mix. But with Trump’s arrival, the match carries a layer of political theater that’s unusual even for the US Open, a tournament already known for its electric New York atmosphere.
This year, Trump has been making a string of high-profile sporting appearances—everything from the Super Bowl and Daytona 500 to UFC fights and even the FIFA Club World Cup final. His return to Flushing Meadows fits right into that pattern of using major sports events as a stage.
So, whether you view it as a symbolic hometown return, a political spectacle, or simply an added subplot to what’s expected to be an incredible final, one thing is certain: Donald Trump’s presence at the US Open will not go unnoticed. And come Sunday, tennis fans will be watching not only the action on the court but also the reactions off it.
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